Major Flood
1428 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: AVOM5). 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
1426 ft
Minor Flood
1425 ft
Action Stage
1423 ft
What Floods at Each Level
1431.5 ft
The bridges on 260th Ave and also 290th Ave are overtopped.
1429 ft
The bridge at the gage location on County Rd 6 is overtopped and the lowest portions of 290th Ave and also 61st St begin to flood.
1428 ft
County Road 6 and County Road 44 begin to flood, and there is widespread significant flooding of crop and pasture land.
1426 ft
Significant amounts of crop and pasture land are flooded.
1425 ft
Lower pasture and farm land begin flooding.
1423 ft
The lowest banks begin to be overtopped.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 4, 2018 | 1430.2 ft | — |
| Jun 23, 2024 | 1429.64 ft | — |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 1428.56 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
AVOM5
River
West Fork Des Moines River
County
Murray, MN
Coordinates
43.9495°N, 95.5069°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Fork Des Moines River near Avoca?
The West Fork Des Moines River near Avoca 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 West Fork Des Moines River near Avoca?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Fork Des Moines River near Avoca is 1425 feet. Action stage begins at 1423 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 1426 feet, and major flooding at 1428 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Fork Des Moines River rises?
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Where is the West Fork Des Moines River near Avoca gauge located?
The gauge is located in Murray County, Minnesota at coordinates 43.9495°N, 95.5069°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
- 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.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.