MINNESOTA RIVER GAUGE

South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco
Water Level & Flood Stage.

Located in Olmsted County, Minnesota on the South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: OCOM5). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

FLOOD STAGES

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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

Minor Flood

949 ft

Action Stage

946 ft

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Jun 27, 2019953.91 ft
Jun 18, 2014952.54 ft
Sep 22, 2016951.65 ft

About This Gauge

NWS LID

OCOM5

River

South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River

County

Olmsted, MN

Coordinates

44.1604°N, 92.5407°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco?

The South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco 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 South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco?

The NWS-defined flood stage for South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco is 949 feet. Action stage begins at 946 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco 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 South Branch Middle Fork Zumbro River at Oronoco gauge located?

The gauge is located in Olmsted County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.1604°N, 92.5407°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