Major Flood
48 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PSNM5). 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
46 ft
Minor Flood
44 ft
Action Stage
43 ft
What Floods at Each Level
51 ft
Hwy 75 begins to flood.
48.5 ft
151st St begins to flood.
47.5 ft
70th Avenue near the gauge begins to flood, and there is major flooding of crop and pasture land.
46 ft
Widespread crop and pasture land flooding begins.
45.5 ft
Water reaches the top of the culvert on 151st St.
44 ft
Flooding begins to affect pasture lands.
42 ft
The lowest banks begin to fill with water near the gauge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2019 | 45.66 ft | — |
| Apr 5, 2019 | 45.47 ft | — |
| Jun 21, 2024 | 44.88 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PSNM5
River
North Branch Pipestone Creek
County
Pipestone, MN
Coordinates
44.0760°N, 96.3277°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Branch Pipestone Creek near Pipestone?
The North Branch Pipestone Creek near Pipestone 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 North Branch Pipestone Creek near Pipestone?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Branch Pipestone Creek near Pipestone is 44 feet. Action stage begins at 43 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 46 feet, and major flooding at 48 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Branch Pipestone Creek rises?
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Where is the North Branch Pipestone Creek near Pipestone gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pipestone County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.0760°N, 96.3277°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of Minnesota DNR
- No forecasts are available for this location
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.