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Healthy headwaters: Upper St. Croix tributaries are mostly pristine — and need protection

Researchers reveal results of intensive study of lands and waters, sources of pollution, and recommendations for stewardship.

Replacing damaged dam will restore fish habitat and a popular lake

Project begins on Willow River after a major 2016 rainstorm destroyed dam on the Kettle River tributary.

Starstruck: Communities seek to keep night skies dark above the St. Croix River

Two river towns see how they can celebrate starry skies and prevent light pollution.


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County asks for feedback on plans for new park on river north of Hudson

January 19, 2021

A second phase of public input is open to review concept plans for the 170 acres of public land.

Cities can help migrating birds on their way by planting more trees and turning lights off at night

January 19, 2021

Cities are danger zones for migrating birds, but there are ways to help feathered visitors pass through more safely.

Minnesota DNR seeks input on potential waterfowl hunting changes

January 15, 2021

Comment on possible changes to open seasons, motor use, shooting hours, increasing geese limits, and other regulations.

Speakers will discuss racial justice topics in St. Croix Valley

January 15, 2021

“Racial Justice: Listening and Learning” includes experts with insights on why inequality persists in the region.

New St. Croix River boat ramp to open next year

January 15, 2021

Launch will offer boaters access to a popular stretch of the lower St. Croix.

Stillwater “Fat Bike Rally” will offer competition on St. Croix Loop Trail

January 15, 2021

Self-timed participants can pedal route across the river and back again anytime during weekend of Jan. 23-24.

Hudson art center hosts 50th anniversary exhibit to celebrate Afton nature preserve

January 15, 2021

Artists from both sides of the St. Croix are part of art show at The Phipps featuring Belwin Conservancy.

Minnesota nature center expanding across river with campus near Hudson

December 31, 2020

Carpenter Nature Center plans visitor center, trails, and more on 300 blufftop acres of upland forest and prairie.

The state of St. Croix 360: To the headwaters and beyond

December 31, 2020

A year of growth any way you cut it, all made possible by our supporters.

From parks to pigs: The 10 most popular St. Croix 360 posts of 2020

December 31, 2020

Our annual review of what was most interesting during a very interesting year.

County board learns limits of managing large-scale livestock operations

December 23, 2020

Burnett County, the home of several St. Croix River tributaries, receives recommendations to regulate industrial agriculture.

Big omnibus bill includes long-sought St. Croix River flooding project

December 23, 2020

Sprawling omnibus legislation includes approved for expedited completion.

Book excerpt: Seeking the perfect beach, finding family memories

December 18, 2020

Previously unpublished essay shares a summer of searching for the best spots to enjoy the St. Croix.

Wisconsin environmental and agricultural groups will partner to push for clean water, thriving farms

December 18, 2020

New coalition will advocate for significant policy changes to protect lakes, rivers, and groundwater and support farmers.

Lower St. Croix “One Watershed” plan approved

December 18, 2020

Two-year partnership between five Minnesota counties results in prioritized projects and new funding opportunities.

St. Croix River watershed wildlife: Rich in natural spaces and rare species

December 18, 2020

There were more than 24,000 observations logged on iNaturalist in the region this year, including many imperiled species.

A special message from the river

December 16, 2020

A recap of a busy year and a thank you to the people who make St. Croix 360 possible.

9 million gallons of manure: Factory farm proposed near St. Croix tributary would make a lot of waste

December 11, 2020

More details emerge about proposed swine operation in northwest Wisconsin as officials consider new rules.

Afton State Park Phenology, November 27 to December 10, 2020

December 4, 2020

There’s still lots to see, even as winter settles in along the St. Croix Valley.

There’s a sailboat frozen in the St. Croix for the second year in a row

December 4, 2020

It’s a different boat and a different owner, but the two stranded craft are connected.

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  • 9 million gallons of manure: Factory farm proposed near St. Croix tributary would make a lot of waste
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  • County board learns limits of managing large-scale livestock operations
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  • Hudson group promotes possibility of new park at mouth of Willow River

Current Conditions

St. Croix River Stream Flow
Real-time data courtesy the U.S. Geological Survey

Leonards Bridge, Namekagon

  • Water Temp: 32.54 ° F
  • Flow: 128 ft³/s
  • Water Level: 1.86 ft
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Danbury

  • Water Temp: 32 ° F
  • Water Level: 2.24 ft
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St. Croix Falls

  • Water Temp: 53.6 ° F
  • Flow: 2770 ft³/s
  • Water Level: 3.21 ft
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Stillwater

  • Flow: 3600 ft³/s
  • Water Level: 675.60 ft
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Prescott

  • Water Level: 25.36 ft
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Story of 360

One of the biggest challenges facing the St. Croix River is harmful blooms of algae in in the lower river, due to excess nutrients in runoff. The goal is to restore the river by reducing phosphorus levels to 360 tons/year. Learn more »

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