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Otter Tail River Water Level

Live gauge height for Otter Tail River, measured at USGS station OTTER TAIL RIVER NEAR ELIZABETH, MN (8.8 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
4.56 ft
Updated 1 hr ago
vs. 30-day average
Streamflow
77 cfs

Boat Ramps on Otter Tail River (9)

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Otter Tail River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Otter Tail River today?

The USGS gauge for Otter Tail River (OTTER TAIL RIVER NEAR ELIZABETH, MN) currently reads a gauge height of 4.56 feet. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Otter Tail River high or low right now?

Compare today's reading with the 30-day chart above — a reading near the top of the range means high water, near the bottom means low water.

Where can I launch a boat on Otter Tail River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 9 boat ramps on Otter Tail River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05030500. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.