South Fork Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline
Minnesota — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Olmsted County, Minnesota on the South Fork Zumbro River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 05372800, 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
29 ft
Moderate Flood
26 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
28.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge.
19 ft
The sidewalk running under the bridge is flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2010 | 20.13 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 24, 2010 | 20.13 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2004 | 19.84 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2004 | 19.84 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Sep 21, 2016 | 18.76 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RCSM5
River
South Fork Zumbro River
County
Olmsted, MN
Coordinates
44.0069°N, 92.4718°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline?
The South Fork Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline gauge is maintained by USGS (site 05372800) 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 Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Zumbro River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Zumbro River at Rochester Beltline gauge located?
The gauge is located in Olmsted County, Minnesota at coordinates 44.0069°N, 92.4718°W. USGS site number: 05372800. 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, 05372800
- River forecasts for this location take into account past and future precipitation. The stages/flows that will occur may be different if future rainfall is different than forecast.