Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound
Minnesota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fillmore County, Minnesota on the Root River (MN). Live water level data from USGS gauge 05383950, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
24 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
30.5 ft
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2000 | 25.9 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| May 31, 2000 | 25.9 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2004 | 23.85 ft | 21,900 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2004 | 23.85 ft | 21,900 cfs |
| May 20, 2013 | 22.01 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RPMM5
River
Root River (MN)
County
Fillmore, MN
Coordinates
43.7847°N, 92.0302°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound?
The Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05383950) 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 Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Root River (MN) rises?
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Where is the Root River (MN) near Pilot Mound gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fillmore County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.7847°N, 92.0302°W. USGS site number: 05383950. 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 U.S. Geological Survey
- No forecasts are available for this location