Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HSTM5). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36.6 ft
Prairie Island power plant may go to an emergency state to prepare for flooding.
29.5 ft
Prairie Island power plant may go to an alert state to prepare for flooding.
23 ft
Highway 10 at Point Douglas may be closed due to safety concerns.
20.39 ft
Lock and dam 2 may end operations.
20 ft
Flooding begins at Point Douglas.
19 ft
Flood waters begin to affect eastern portions of Hastings.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 1965 | 25.9 ft | — |
| Apr 15, 1969 | 24.3 ft | — |
| Apr 28, 2001 | 22 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
HSTM5
River
Mississippi River
County
Dakota, MN
Coordinates
44.7569°N, 92.8661°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mississippi River at Hastings -- Below Lock and Dam 2?
The Mississippi River at Hastings -- Below Lock and Dam 2 gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Mississippi River at Hastings -- Below Lock and Dam 2?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mississippi River at Hastings -- Below Lock and Dam 2 is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mississippi River rises?
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Where is the Mississippi River at Hastings -- Below Lock and Dam 2 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dakota County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.7569°N, 92.8661°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Obs courtesy of US Army COE
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.