River stage
Bear Creek (MN)
- River level
- 4.68 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
Latest readings 2026-10-13 | NWS · USGS
- Gauges reporting
- 1 of 1
- Above flood stage
- 0
- Above action stage
- 0
- Overall
- Below flood stage
- Publisher
- NWS · USGS
In brief
On Oct 13, 2026, 1 of 1 gauge on the Bear Creek (MN) reported, and none was above flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service and USGS gauges
Bear Creek level at Rochester
The Bear Creek is measured in one place, at Rochester, MN. The height below is the river at that spot rather than along its whole length, because the National Weather Service sets a flood stage for each gauge separately.
| Location | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester | 4.68 ft | normal, steady |
Other rivers nearby
- Bear Creek (Holsten Chimney Canyon, CA) different river, same name
- Bear Creek (CO) different river, same name
- Bear Creek (OR) different river, same name
- Bear Creek (Barker, TX) different river, same name
- Zumbro River 3 gauges
- Root River (MN) 4 gauges
- Cannon River 5 gauges
- Cedar River (IA, MN) 18 gauges
Frequently asked questions
Is the Bear Creek flooding right now?
No. The Bear Creek is below flood stage at Rochester, MN, its only gauge, as of 2026-10-13.
How high is the Bear Creek?
The Bear Creek is at 4.68 ft at Rochester, MN, the only gauge on the river.
Where is the Bear Creek measured?
The National Weather Service and USGS operate one gauge on the Bear Creek, at Rochester, MN.
What does flood stage mean?
Flood stage is the height at which a river begins to cause problems at that specific location. On the Bear Creek it is set for the gauge at Rochester, MN, so it describes conditions there rather than along the whole river. Action stage is the lower level at which forecasters start watching closely.
River stages and flood categories from the NOAA National Weather Service; daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.