Major Flood
1123 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CNLM5). 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
1121 ft
Minor Flood
1120 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1122 ft
Widespread lakeshore flooding of residence around Crane Lake
1120 ft
Water over Gold Coast Road. Boat houses and homes impacted.
1119 ft
Many docks and boat houses become inundated at this lake level.
1118 ft
Lowest docks start becoming inundated at this lake level.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2022 | 1123.03 ft | — |
| Jun 18, 2017 | 1118.53 ft | — |
| Jun 30, 2016 | 1118.51 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CNLM5
River
Rainy River
County
St. Louis, MN
Coordinates
48.2706°N, 92.4725°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rainy River at Crane Lake?
The Rainy River at Crane Lake 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 Rainy River at Crane Lake?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rainy River at Crane Lake is 1120 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1121 feet, and major flooding at 1123 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rainy River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Rainy River at Crane Lake 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 Rainy River at Crane Lake gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Louis County, Minnesota at coordinates 48.2706°N, 92.4725°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: This link will lead you to USACE Station Data