Major Flood
1598 ft
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PSTM5). 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
1596 ft
Minor Flood
1595 ft
Action Stage
1594 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1602 ft
The bridge on CR 30 is overtopped.
1600 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on CR 30.
1598 ft
20th Ave begins to flood, and there is major flooding of crop and pasture land.
1596 ft
Widespread flooding of pasture lands begins.
1593.5 ft
The low water crossing 236th A St begins to flood.
1592.5 ft
The ditches fill and pasture lands start to flood.
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 | 1596.74 ft | 9,740 cfs |
| Jun 21, 2024 | 1595.92 ft | — |
| Apr 5, 2019 | 1595.55 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PSTM5
River
Pipestone Creek
County
Pipestone, MN
Coordinates
43.9871°N, 96.4283°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pipestone Creek below Pipestone?
The Pipestone Creek below 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 Pipestone Creek below Pipestone?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pipestone Creek below Pipestone is 1595 feet. Action stage begins at 1594 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1596 feet, and major flooding at 1598 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pipestone Creek rises?
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Where is the Pipestone Creek below Pipestone gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pipestone County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.9871°N, 96.4283°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.