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Otter Tail River

Minnesota • 46.3371, -96.1077
Length
182 mi
293 km
Elevation
1,499′ → 950′
549 ft drop
Stream Order
5
Medium River
Slope
0.06%
3.0 ft/mi
Drainage
1,623 mi²
4,203 km²
Avg Flow
-- cfs
1.1 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
687 mi
1,105 km to ocean
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
Water Quality

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Water Level Gauges on Otter Tail River

There are 3 USGS water level monitoring stations on Otter Tail River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Otter Tail River

There are 3 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Otter Tail River.