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SwedenLe Sueur River near Rapidan water level
River gauge, Le Sueur River, Minnesota, United States
Right now
High for mid-October
Water level
- Flow
- 1,110 cfs
History
What this means
The Le Sueur River near Rapidan is above normal at 7.80 ft.
It has risen 0.27 ft over the past 24 hours. If the rise continues, low-lying paths and riverside parking can go under water. In the last month it has stayed between 6.85 ft and 7.81 ft.
That stands out in fall, when many rivers are usually near their lowest.
Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 22.72 ftMay 22, 1960
Floating and fishing near Le Sueur River near Rapidan
Experienced paddlers may enjoy higher water, but many outfitters stop rentals once a river runs this high.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 22.72 ft | May 22, 1960 |
| 2 | 22.10 ft | April 8, 1965 |
| 3 | 21.35 ft | September 26, 2010 |
| 4 | 19.73 ft | April 7, 1951 |
| 5 | 16.44 ft | April 2, 1952 |
| 6 | 16.43 ft | September 24, 2016 |
| 7 | 15.45 ft | March 21, 2019 |
| 8 | 14.28 ft | March 17, 2010 |
| 9 | 14.28 ft | March 16, 1971 |
| 10 | 14.26 ft | April 1, 1962 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Earth River near RapidanRiver gauge, Blue Earth River | 1,520 cfs | High | +350 cfs | 1.0 mi |
| Minnesota River at MankatoRiver gauge, Minnesota River | 5.16 ft | Below flood stage | +0.46 ft | 4.3 mi |
| Watonwan River near Garden CityRiver gauge, Watonwan River | 139 cfs | Normal | +12.0 cfs | 9 mi |
| Little Cottonwood River near CourtlandRiver gauge, Little Cottonwood River | 15.6 cfs | Normal | ±0 | 17 mi |
| Cottonwood River near New UlmRiver gauge, Cottonwood River | 3.28 ft | Below flood stage | +0.01 ft | 23 mi |
| Minnesota River at New UlmRiver gauge, Minnesota River | 785.55 ft | Below flood stage | ±0 | 23 mi |
| High Island Creek near HendersonRiver gauge, High Island Creek | 55.9 cfs | Normal | −5.3 cfs | 32 mi |
| Straight River near FaribaultRiver gauge, Straight River | 352 cfs | Normal | −35.0 cfs | 42 mi |
Questions and answers
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Le Sueur River near Rapidan today?
On Oct 18, 2026, 10:00 PM CDT, the water level was 7.80 ft. Up 0.27 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is Le Sueur River near Rapidan rising or falling?
Up 0.27 ft over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Le Sueur River near Rapidan normal?
High for mid-October. Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Le Sueur River near Rapidan?
The highest level on record is 22.72 ft on May 22, 1960.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
Where does this data come from?
The values come directly from the U.S. Geological Survey, the official operator of this gauge, and are in the public domain. We do not estimate or model live values.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:05320500(Agency page)- Coordinates
44.11760, -94.05028(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 7.80 ft | 2026-10-19 03:00 | Provisional |
| Flow | 1,110 cfs | 2026-10-19 03:00 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Le Sueur River near Rapidan (usgs:05320500). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/minnesota/le-sueur-river-near-rapidan
How we check values
Each reading is stored as published. We hold back values that jump faster than physically plausible and show the measurement time with every value.
Readings are provisional, can be delayed or wrong and are not a flood warning. Read the disclaimer