Cannon River (Minnesota), Welch (05355200)

StateMinnesotaLatestUnknown (1400 cfs)
RiverCannon RiverRatingObservedEstimated
Updated2026-04-21 8:00 (1 hour ago)Flood - The river is flooding. Obstacles can be treacherous or deadly. The river should be avoided at this stage for casual trips and definitely for the inexperienced. Trips should be attempted only with protective gear and equipment.Flood(none)(none)
Discharge1400 cfs (median: 909 cfs)High - The river is high and potentially dangerous, especially for the young and / or inexperienced. Normal stream obstacles are sometimes difficult to navigate. Extended distances can be attempted, but canoe travel may not be advisable.High(none)(none)
Height5.25 feetGood - Conditions are ideal for a canoe or kayak. Boats typically will drag on fewer than one-quarter of riffles, if at all, and portages are unnecessary or rare. Normal float lengths can be attempted without a problem.Good(none)(none)
TrendSteady (falling over 24 hours)Low - River is low but can still be floated. Some riffles are okay but most come with significant dragging and might need a portage. Float lengths should be reduced to accommodate low flow, dragging, and portages.Low(none)(none)
USGSExternal icon USGS Site (External icon Duck Duck Go Maps)Poor - River is too low to float comfortably. Most or all riffles will drag or must be portaged and some obstacles (such as slick shelf rock) cause undue problems. Avoid the river at this stage for casual paddling trips.Poor(none)(none)

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Trips for Cannon River (Minnesota), Welch (05355200)

DateStartEndDistanceConditionDischargeHeightFishingDetails
Click for details2022-07-29 Cannon Falls Miesville Ravine Park Total trip distance: 8.0 miles8.0 Good 380 3.82 None NoneNone Turner, SkipTurner, Skip NoneNone USGS Gauge Data:
Welch (05355200)
Discharge: 380
Height: 3.82
<b>USGS Gauge Data:</b></br />Welch (05355200)<br />Discharge: 380<br />Height: 3.82
Source: TurnerSource: Turner

A total of 1 rows are displayed.

Trip Summary for Cannon River (Minnesota), Welch (05355200)

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Classic Trip List

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Gauge Data Table

ObservationHeightDischargeMaximum
Discharge
Minimum
Discharge
Mean
Discharge
P05P10P20P25P50
(Median)
P75P80P90P95
2026-04-21 08:00 5.25 1400 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 07:00 5.25 1400 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 06:00 5.25 1400 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 05:00 5.24 1400 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 04:00 5.24 1390 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 03:00 5.23 1380 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 02:00 5.22 1380 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 01:00 5.22 1380 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-21 00:00 5.22 1380 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-20 23:00 5.23 1390 5930 (2019) 80 (1957) 1260 131 177 279 394 909 1760 2220 2620 3610
2026-04-20 22:00 5.25 1400 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 21:00 5.28 1430 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 20:00 5.30 1450 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 19:00 5.32 1460 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 18:00 5.33 1480 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 17:00 5.34 1490 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 16:00 5.36 1510 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 15:00 5.38 1520 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 14:00 5.40 1540 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 13:00 5.41 1550 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 12:00 5.42 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 11:00 5.42 1570 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 10:00 5.42 1570 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 09:00 5.42 1570 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 08:00 5.42 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 07:00 5.42 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 06:00 5.42 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 05:00 5.41 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 04:00 5.41 1550 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 03:00 5.41 1550 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 02:00 5.41 1550 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 01:00 5.41 1550 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-20 00:00 5.41 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840
2026-04-19 23:00 5.42 1560 7130 (2019) 95 (1957) 1260 146 200 305 403 913 1830 2130 2450 3840

A total of 34 rows are displayed for years 1910 through 2024.