Major Flood
11 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 1997 | 11.44 ft | 46,900 cfs |
| Apr 11, 2001 | 10.99 ft | 44,100 cfs |
| Apr 17, 2023 | 9.95 ft | 35,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SCOM5
River
Mississippi River
County
Sherburne, MN
Coordinates
45.5472°N, 94.1456°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mississippi River at St. Cloud?
The Mississippi River at St. Cloud gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05270700) 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 St. Cloud?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mississippi River at St. Cloud is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mississippi River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mississippi River at St. Cloud to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Mississippi River at St. Cloud gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sherburne County, Minnesota at coordinates 45.5472°N, 94.1456°W. USGS site number: 05270700. 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 USGS (05270700)
- 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.