Major Flood
18.5 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
17.5 ft
Minor Flood
16.5 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water begins to flow over the levee on the west side of town.
21.8 ft
Water may begin to flow over the bridge on Bridge Street.
20.3 ft
Water seeps through east bank along N River Street/CR 17.
20 ft
Flooding occurs on 90th St SE and approaches County Rd 17 by 20.5 ft.
19 ft
Sanitary sewers may need plugging at this stage to prevent water from backing up into homes.
18.5 ft
When river reaches 18.5 ft and is rising, flood walls may be installed on both sides of Bridge Ave in Delano.
18.3 ft
Lowlands on the southwest portion of Delano begin to experience flooding.
17 ft
Storms sewers may need plugging to prevent river water from backing up into city streets.
15.5 ft
Water begins encroaching on Mill Avenue north of Watertown.
15 ft
Basement flooding may begin at homes close to the river.
14 ft
Bankfull level near the dog park north of downtown Delano. Water begins encroaching on the trail to the canoe launch at this 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 13, 1965 | 23.25 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 2014 | 21.02 ft | 10,266 cfs |
| Apr 11, 1969 | 20.45 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
DELM5
River
South Fork Crow River
County
Wright, MN
Coordinates
45.0419°N, 93.7900°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Crow River at Delano?
The South Fork Crow River at Delano 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 Fork Crow River at Delano?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Crow River at Delano is 16.5 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17.5 feet, and major flooding at 18.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Crow River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Crow River at Delano gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wright County, Minnesota at coordinates 45.0419°N, 93.7900°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Obs courtesy of MN DNR (19001001)
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.