Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: HRDM5). 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
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
The bridge at the gage is overtopped and County Road 8 is flooded.
21 ft
The bridge on 175th St is overtopped.
19.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge at the gage on CR 8 and also the bridge on 175th St.
16 ft
The lowest portions of the road near the intersection of 160th Ave and 175 St begin to flood.
15 ft
More substantial agricultural flooding begins.
12 ft
Nearby ditches are flooded and may spill over into low lying agricultural areas.
9 ft
Very minor lowland flooding begins.
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 16, 2014 | 21.18 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 2019 | 19.99 ft | 12,406 cfs |
| Mar 9, 2015 | 19.91 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
HRDM5
River
Rock River
County
Rock, MN
Coordinates
43.7178°N, 96.1644°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rock River near Hardwick?
The Rock River near Hardwick 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 Rock River near Hardwick?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rock River near Hardwick is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rock River rises?
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Where is the Rock River near Hardwick gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rock County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.7178°N, 96.1644°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.