Year End Summary for 2022

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2022
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us

CLIMATE SUMMARY: Division 3: The first four months of the year were very cold and very wet, with temperatures averaging more than 7^ F lower, and precipitation averaging more than 50% higher than the 1991-2020 normals. Parts of Cook County were exceptionally wet during this time. May remained extremely wet, but drier conditions ensuing in June left the May-September precipitation season only slightly wetter than normal, with near-normal temperatures. Several outbreaks of severe convective storms affected the area in May and June, but there were no major rainfall or flash-flooding episodes during the precipitation season. Accumulating snow during mid-November appears established the seasonal snowpack, and a major storm December 13-17 dropped 18 to 30 inches of snow, containing 1.5 to 3 inches of water equivalent. Additional snows the following week led to a near-record snowpack for the end of December, with 18-36 inches on the ground in most areas, ranking above the 99th percentile for this time of year.

STATION OPERATION SUMMARY:
Is this site monitored year round? NO 
Open water dates - estimated Ice out and Ice in: 04/19/2022 and 11/09/2022
Open water sites ONLY. Period of data record (if different from ice out/ice in dates): 04/13/2022 to 10/31/2022.
Summary of equipment - related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment issues were reported however some ice impacted radar level data was used to compute discharges for periods coded as ice.

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 7
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? NO. The maximum and minimum measured flows were 3840 and 39 cfs. The maximum and minimum computed flows were 3840 and 49 cfs. Discharges beyond 5/10/22 will be computed once two years of flow measurements have been collected in order to re-define the rating curve within the flow range of the altered control.
Was a new rating developed?  No.
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: No shifts were required in the first half of 2022 before the May event that destroyed the channel.
Quality of computed daily discharges: A good portion of the year was coded good followed by poor, estimated, fair and ice.  

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES 
Climatological liquid precipitation period: 5/1/2022 - 9/30/2022 
Was there a complete and acceptable precipitation record for this period? NO. Removed August 17-August 28th due to suspicious, potential blockage as advised by the State Climatology Office. 


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2021

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2021
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us

CLIMATE SUMMARY: Division 3, 2021: After a generally mild winter with below-normal snowfall, warm and dry conditions dominated the May-through-October liquid precipitation season, leading to widespread Extreme drought categorizations on the US Drought Monitor. Precipitation from May through October averaged about 63% of normal. May through July was the driest on record back to 1895, with an average of under 5.0 inches of rain falling over the 3-month period (normal would have been over 11 inches). June and July had bouts of extreme heat, which worsened the drought conditions, and May through October averaged over 4.0 degrees F above normal and was the warmest on record. Normal and above-normal precipitation during late summer and autumn helped drought conditions improve, although deficits remained. No significant precipitation events occurred. Mean temperatures fell below freezing in early November, and the seasonal snow pack formed during mid-November in far northern areas, and by early December elsewhere.

STATION OPERATION SUMMARY:
Is this site monitored year round? NO 
Open water dates - estimated Ice out and Ice in: 04/04/2021 and 11/11/2021
Open water sites ONLY. Period of data record (if different from ice out/ice in dates): 03/23/2021 to 10/31/2021.
Summary of equipment - related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment issues were reported however some ice impacted radar level data was used to compute discharges for periods coded as ice.

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 6
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? NO. The maximum and minimum measured flows were 441 and 16 cfs. The maximum and minimum computed flows were 1305 and 5 cfs.  
Was a new rating developed?  NO  
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: Ice shifts were required at the start of the monitoring season. A slight scour was also shifted for starting in September was carried through the remainder of the monitoring season. 
Quality of computed daily discharges: A good portion of the was coded good followed by poor, estimated, fair and ice.  

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES 
Climatological liquid precipitation period: 5/1/2021- 10/31/2021 
Was there a complete and acceptable precipitation record for this period? NO. Removed July 22 through August 11 for blockage or other failure, with 40% undercatch as advised by State Climatology Office:. Also deleted September 20th.


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2020

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2020
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us

CLIMATE SUMMARY: Division 3, 2020: Mild conditions and near-normal snowfall January through into April topped off a moderately snowy early winter, leading to normal to above-normal seasonal snowfall totals of 55-85 inches along the lakeshore and across the Iron Range, with totals of 85 to 135 inches in interior highlands and uplands running parallel to Lake Superior. The May-September growing season was relatively warm and dry, punctuated by significant June through August warmth, and by 50-70% precipitation deficits in May, June and September. The region saw no excessive rainfall events. Temperatures fell deeply below freezing in early October, but with little precipitation falling, the liquid precipitation season extended to October 15. Snow fell several times beginning mid-October, and into early November, with 15-25 inches common by the end of November. Extreme warmth melted much of the snow during early-mid November, but by December 1, most of the climate division had snow on the ground, with depths of up to 6 inches in the higher terrain inland from Lake Superior. 

STATION OPERATION SUMMARY:
Is this site monitored year round? NO 
Open water dates - estimated Ice out and Ice in: 04/24/2020 and 10/25/2020
Open water sites ONLY. Period of data record (if different from ice out/ice in dates): 04/24/2020 to 10/31/2020.
Summary of equipment - related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment issues were reported however some ice impacted radar level data was used to compute discharges for periods coded as ice. 

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 4
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? NO. The maximum and minimum measured flows were 206 and 21.4 cfs. The maximum and minimum computed flows were 1580 and 17.5 cfs.  
Was a new rating developed?  NO  
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: No shifts were required in 2020. 
Quality of computed daily discharges: April to mid June were coded estimated due to COVID followed by good, fair, and ice. 

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES 
Climatological liquid precipitation period: 4/16/2020-10/15/2020
Was there a complete and acceptable precipitation record for this period? YES  

DISCLAIMER: In the spring and summer of 2020, field work was limited due to the COVID 19 related travel and work restrictions. Because of this, there are less frequent discharge measurements, which can lead to more uncertainty and data estimation. This is reflected in the quality codes of the discharge data.


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2019

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2019
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us)

CLIMATE SUMMARY:  
Division 3, 2019: Cold and stormy conditions from the end of January through April contributed to seasonal snowfall totals of 75 to 125 inches, generally from around 25 to 40% above 1981-2010 averages. The first four months of the year were 4.4 degrees F below average, with a deficit of 7.8 degrees F in February. The May - September growing season was cooler than average, and was slightly dry for every month except September, which saw 40-60% surpluses. Widespread rains of 1-2 inches fell September 12-13, and heavy snows in November and December established the seasonal snowpack and left much of the area 50-100% above typical season-to-date snowfall totals. 

GAGE OPERATION SUMMARY: 
Is this site monitored year round? NO 
Open water dates - estimated Ice out and Ice in:  04/20/19 to about 11/06/19
Open water sites ONLY. Period of data record (if different from ice out/ice in dates): 03/25/19 to 10/31/19
Summary of equipment - related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment issues reported in 2019. There were two days at the start of the record where it was determined that ice under the radar was affecting stage values. These two days were estimated in daily Q's. 
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 6
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? NO The highest and lowest computed discharges were 1680 and 57.4 cfs. The highest and lowest measured were 1040 and 74.7 cfs. 

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Was a new rating developed? NO  
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: There was a small ice shift needed for the first measurement of the year along with a couple low water algae shifts. 
Quality of computed daily discharges: Majority of the record is considered good with the higher flows for the year being fair due to the rating quality codes. There is a minor estimated ice portion and the first two days of the record were manually adjusted.  

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES  
Climatological liquid precipitation period: 06/01/19 to 10/11/19
Was there a complete and acceptable precipitation record for this period? NO. The entire record was under reporting and removed from the record. 


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2018

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2018
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us)

CLIMATE SUMMARY:  Division 3, 2018: A long and late winter produced frozen precipitation and cold conditions well into April, with snow cover persisting until the final day of the month near the Pigeon River. The May - September growing season was warm and relatively dry, averaging two degrees F warmer and 1.5 inches (or about 8%) drier than 1981-2010 averages. Major rainfall events produced 4-6-inch totals and flooding in northeastern Minnesota on June 17 and July 12, with additional heavy rain events producing 2-4-inch totals on July 10, September 15, and September 20.  Cool weather resumed in early October, with snows on the 9th, and the seasonal snow cover beginning during early November.

GAGE OPERATION SUMMARY: 
Is this site monitored year round? NO 
Open water dates:  04/30/18 to 11/07/18
Summary of equipment-related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment problems reported in 2018. 
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 7
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? NO. Discharge measurements ranged from 46 to 410 cfs. The range of computed flow was from 30 to 910 cfs. 

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Was a new rating developed?  NO 
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: There were two small scours that were measured in August during a low flow period. 
Quality of computed daily discharges: Fair to good. 

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES  
Climatological liquid precipitation period: None for 2018
Was there a complete and acceptable record for this period?    NO Precipitation consistently under reported throughout 2018 and will not be provided. 


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2017

YEAR END SUMMARY
STATION NAME: Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
STATION NUMBER: H01022001
YEAR: 2017
PREPARED BY: Jim Pogorelc (jim.pogorelc@state.mn.us)

CLIMATE SUMMARY:  2017 Climate Summary - Northeast
January	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201701&div=MN03
February      http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201702&div=MN03
March	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201703&div=MN03
April	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201704&div=MN03
May	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201705&div=MN03
June	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201706&div=MN03
July	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201707&div=MN03
August	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201708&div=MN03
September    http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201709&div=MN03
October	     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201710&div=MN03
November     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201711&div=MN03
December     http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201712&div=MN03

Gridded Monthly Precipitation Totals: The synthetic data are made up of regularly-spaced grid nodes whose values were calculated using data interpolated from Minnesota's spatially and temporally irregular precipitation data base. Grids were prepared using the National Weather Service data from 1891 to 1972. For the period 1973 to the present, the High Spatial Density Precipitation Network (HIDEN) data (which includes NWS data) are used.
http://climate.umn.edu/gridded_data/precip/monthly/csg_lookup.htm?site_id=01022001
HydroClim Minnesota is monthly electronic newsletter summarizing Minnesota's climate conditions and the resulting impact on water resources.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/hydroclim/index.html
The Hydrologic Conditions Report is prepared monthly by the DNR Division of Ecological and Water Resources and provides general information concerning the various water resources across Minnesota. The report places current values of precipitation, stream flows, lake levels and ground water levels in historical context.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/current_conditions/hydro_conditions.html

GAGE OPERATION SUMMARY: 
Is this site monitored year round?  NO 
Open water dates: 04/03/17 to 11/01/17
Summary of equipment-related factors that impacted data collection: No equipment issues in 2017. Stage data is a little spikey but tracked well all year. 
Number of flow measurements for monitoring season: 7
Was the full range of flows measured for the season? YES. Discharge measurements from 79 to 1020 cfs were performed. 52 to 1450 cfs was the range of computed flow.  

DISCHARGE SUMMARY:
Was a new rating developed? NO 
General summary of control changes/shifts needed: No shifts needed in 2017. 
Quality of computed daily discharges: Majority of computed discharges were good or fair. 

PRECIPITATION DATA OVERVIEW:
Was precipitation data collected at this site? YES   
Climatological liquid precipitation period: 04/28/17 to 10/26/17
Was there a complete and acceptable record for this period? YES  


    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2016

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2016
Station Manager: HEEMERSO
Data Manager: HEEMERSO

Prepared By:
Jim Pogorelc (jipogore)
218-328-8819 (JIM.POGORELC@STATE.MN.US)

Approved By:
Ben Kiefer (bekiefer)
507-537-6605 (BEN.KIEFER@STATE.MN.US)
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Climate Summary
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Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  Open water only site.
Data collection began on 03/17/2016.  
Data collection ended on 11/03/2016.  
The ice out date was 04/14/2016.  
Snowmelt conditions:  Snowpack was light near Lake Superior, but away from the
lake in the higher terrain snow depths were greater than 2ft. Snowmelt began on
03/06/16 when high temps reached 50 degrees and stayed above 50 for about a week.
Snow depth at our gage was about 4 to 6 inches. Most of the snow was gone near
the lake by 03/13/16,  but several small snow events and melts occurred from
03/17/16 to 04/06/16. The snow pack in the higher terrain was gone from the
landscape by about mid to late April.
Periods the stream was out of its banks:  Bankfull was determined to be around
22.5 ft. The river was out of banks from about 04/17/16 to 05/02/16 then again
briefly on 06/16/16.
Periods of low or no flow:  Flows were below 100 cfs from 08/27/16 to 09/06/16
with the lowest flow of the year on 09/05/16 and was down to about 59 cfs.
Significant climatic events:  2016 Climate Summary -
Northeast


January		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201601&div=MN03
February	
              
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201602&div=MN03
March		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201603&div=MN03
April		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201604&div=MN03
May		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201605&div=MN03
June		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201606&div=MN03
July		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201607&div=MN03
August		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201608&div=MN03
September	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201609&div=MN03
October		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201610&div=MN03
November	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201611&div=MN03
December	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201612&div=MN03

Gridded
Monthly Precipitation Totals: The synthetic data are made up of regularly-spaced
grid nodes whose values were calculated using data interpolated from Minnesota's
spatially and temporally irregular precipitation data base. Grids were prepared
using the National Weather Service data from 1891 to 1972. For the period 1973 to
the present, the High Spatial Density Precipitation Network (HIDEN) data (which
includes NWS data) are
used.
http://climate.umn.edu/gridded_data/precip/monthly/csg_lookup.htm?site_id=01022001

HydroClim
Minnesota is monthly electronic newsletter summarizing Minnesota's climate
conditions and the resulting impact on water
resources.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/hydroclim/index.html

The Hydrologic
Conditions Report is prepared monthly by the DNR Division of Ecological and Water
Resources and provides general information concerning the various water resources
across Minnesota. The report places current values of precipitation, stream
flows, lake levels and ground water levels in historical
context.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/current_conditions/hydro_conditions.html


Flow Data Summary
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Site visits to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at
a frequency of 8 weeks or less.  31 site visits were made by the DNR and MPCA.
The stage record tracked correctly and was complete for the entire monitoring
season.  The site is affect by turbulence, but stages can be accurately
determined. There are small gaps in data caused by adding weather station
components to gage.
Other stage data collection factors:  No equipment issues reported.
8 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  The max gaged stage on the rating was
24.32. The max corrected stage for 2016 was 23.67. The highest gaged stage in
2016 was 23.62. All stages were within the rating.
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover a wide range of flows, up to at least 70% of the highest
recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  The highest measured flow was 1828 cfs on
04/21/16. The highest computed flow was 1968 cfs on 04/21/16 for 93% recorded.
The rating is well developed over this year's range of flows when considering
both quality and quantity of measurements.  All measurements in 2016 fell on the
rating. 
Site visits to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  No shifts needed for 2016. 


Precipitation Data Summary
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The precipitation record tracked correctly and was complete for the monitoring
season.  The site reported 18.31 compared to 24.49 inches at the nearby HIDEN and
19.41 at the Grand Marais Airport. The site was fair to poor most of the year
possible due to the calibration of the bucket going out of date or variability in
location and intensity.
At least three field visits were made to check the rain gage for obstructions
during the monitoring season.  
There was no visual evidence or an indication from analysis of the precipitation
data that the rain gage was plugged at any time during the monitoring season. 
Noted to be clear all season.
There were no vertical obstructions near the rain gage that may have compromised
recorded rainfall values.  The site isn't affected by trees or other
obstructions.
The rain gage was calibrated within the last three years.  Except the site was
installed on 08/07/13, so it went out of calibration data on 08/07/16 and wasn't
replaced until 2017. The bucket was calibrated to 1 inch/hour. Didn't appear to
affect the data collection from the bucket.


Water Quality Data Summary
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Please see the MPCA Environmental Data Access system for Water Quality results. 
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/customPHP/eda/stationInfo.php?ORG=MNPCA&wdip=2&ID=S000-251
 


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2016
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Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = Good Archived Daily Value (PQC=30)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2015

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2015
Station Manager: JIPOGORE
Data Manager: HEEMERSO

Prepared By:
Heather Emerson (heemerso)
218-327-4139 (HEATHER.L.EMERSON@STATE.MN.US)

Approved By:
Brenda Stauffer (brstauff)
651-539-2118 (BRENDA.STAUFFER@STATE.MN.US)
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
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Data is collected year round at this site.  
The ice out date was 04/19/2015.  
Snowmelt conditions:  Looking at climatology and the hydrograph, it appears that
snow melt happened rapidly. 
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
Periods of low or no flow:  The lowest flows of the year were in the month of
October and got down to 26.9 cfs. 
Significant climatic events:  2015 Climate Summary -
Northeast


January		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201501&div=MN03
February		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201502&div=MN03
March		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201503&div=MN03
April		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201504&div=MN03
May		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201505&div=MN03
June		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201506&div=MN03
July		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201507&div=MN03
August		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201508&div=MN03
September	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201509&div=MN03
October		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201510&div=MN03
November	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201511&div=MN03
December	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201512&div=MN03

Gridded
Monthly Precipitation Totals: The synthetic data are made up of regularly-spaced
grid nodes whose values were calculated using data interpolated from Minnesota's
spatially and temporally irregular precipitation data base. Grids were prepared
using the National Weather Service data from 1891 to 1972. For the period 1973 to
the present, the High Spatial Density Precipitation Network (HIDEN) data (which
includes NWS data) are
used.
http://climate.umn.edu/gridded_data/precip/monthly/csg_lookup.htm?site_id=01022001

HydroClim
Minnesota is monthly electronic newsletter summarizing Minnesota's climate
conditions and the resulting impact on water
resources.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/hydroclim/index.html

The Hydrologic
Conditions Report is prepared monthly by the DNR Division of Ecological and Water
Resources and provides general information concerning the various water resources
across Minnesota. The report places current values of precipitation, stream
flows, lake levels and ground water levels in historical
context.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/current_conditions/hydro_conditions.html


Flow Data Summary
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Site visits to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at
a frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record tracked correctly and was complete for the entire monitoring
season.  
Other stage data collection factors:  No equipment problems noted.
8 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  The highest stage where a discharge
measurement was performed was 22.75. The highest stage the river got to was
23.18. River was not noted to be out of banks during the water year.
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover a wide range of flows, up to at least 70% of the highest
recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  The highest measured Q was 974 cfs on
11/18/15. The highest computed Q was 1376 cfs on 11/18/15 for 72% measured.
The rating is well developed over this year's range of flows when considering
both quality and quantity of measurements.  Measurements were captured at
variable stages throughout the monitoring seasing including one measurement on
the top end of the rating.
Site visits to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  


Precipitation Data Summary
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The precipitation record either did not track correctly or was not complete for
some parts of the monitoring season.  Gage tracked fairly well throughout the
season; however the total precipitation of 20.66 inches compared to 27.94 inches
at the nearby HIDEN, so site reported 74% of the total. The difference may be
attributed to variations of rainfall intensities from one location to another
over a short distance. The gage was installed new in August of 2013, so the gage
should still be in calibration and the sites rainfall catchment area is not
affected by trees or other obstructions. 
The overall precip total for the year compares well to an adjacent station.  The
station recorded approx 105% of the precip recorded at the Poplar River site
(01063003).
At least three field visits were made to check the rain gage for obstructions
during the monitoring season.  
There was no visual evidence or an indication from analysis of the precipitation
data that the rain gage was plugged at any time during the monitoring season.  
There were no vertical obstructions near the rain gage that may have compromised
recorded rainfall values.  
The rain gage was calibrated within the last three years.  The bucket was new on
installation in 2013, so it should still be in calibration.


Water Quality Data Summary
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Please see the MPCA Environmental Data Access system for Water Quality results. 
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/customPHP/eda/stationInfo.php?ORG=MNPCA&wdip=2&ID=S000-251
 


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2015
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Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = Fair Archived Daily Value (PQC=31)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - EnteredBy - YESAPP

    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2014

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2014
Station Manager: DAPLOVNI
Data Manager: JIPOGORE

Prepared By:
Jim Pogorelc (jipogore)
218-327-4110 (JIM.POGORELC@STATE.MN.US)

Approved By:
Dan Plovnick (daplovni)
651-539-2114 (DANIEL.PLOVNICK@STATE.MN.US)
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Climate Summary
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Data is collected year round at this site.  
The ice out date was 04/29/2014.  
Snowmelt conditions:  The bulk of the snowmelt occurred between 4/20/14 -
4/29/14.  Approximately 3.8  inches of precipitation fell fom 04/20/14 through
05/13/14, which was the peak flow of 24.33ft for the 2014 open water season.
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  All open water
flow measurements were greater than 100 cfs.
Significant climatic events:  2014 Climate Summary -
Northeast

January		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201401&div=MN03
February	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201402&div=MN03
March		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201403&div=MN03
April		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201404&div=MN03
May		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201405&div=MN03
June		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201406&div=MN03
July		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201407&div=MN03
August		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201408&div=MN03
September	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201409&div=MN03
October		http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201410&div=MN03
November	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201411&div=MN03
December	http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/climate/historical/summary_csg.html?yyyymm=201412&div=MN03

Gridded
Monthly Precipitation Totals: The synthetic data are made up of regularly-spaced
grid nodes whose values were calculated using data interpolated from Minnesota's
spatially and temporally irregular precipitation data base. Grids were prepared
using the National Weather Service data from 1891 to 1972. For the period 1973 to
the present, the High Spatial Density Precipitation Network (HIDEN) data (which
includes NWS data) are
used.
http://climate.umn.edu/gridded_data/precip/monthly/csg_lookup.htm?site_id=01022001

HydroClim
Minnesota is monthly electronic newsletter summarizing Minnesota's climate
conditions and the resulting impact on water
resources.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/hydroclim/index.html

The Hydrologic
Conditions Report is prepared monthly by the DNR Division of Ecological and Water
Resources and provides general information concerning the various water resources
across Minnesota. The report places current values of precipitation, stream
flows, lake levels and ground water levels in historical
context.
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/current_conditions/hydro_conditions.html


Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  For the first few inspections of the year, the
wire weight was off a foot because it was not installed correctly. Data was
adjusted to account for this. There were also large drift corrections in the
magnitude of -0.23 to -0.17 ft from the time period of 05/14/14 to 07/23/14.
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  The large drift corrections occured
during period of high stages. 
Incorrect or missing stage values were accurately adjusted or estimated using a
technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume.  
Other stage data collection factors:  No equipment problems were documented.
6 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  The highest recorded stage was 24.33
on 05/13/14. The highest measured stage was 23.80 on 05/14/14. Rating
overextrapolation is at 24.87 and above.
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  There is a large
than 5 week gap between the 06/18/14 - 07/24/14 and the 08/28/14 - 10/08/14 
inspections, No large events occured during this time period.
Flow measurements cover a wide range of flows, up to at least 70% of the highest
recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  The highest 15 min Q was 2848 cfs on
05/13/14 and the highest measured Q was 2435 cfs on 05/14/15 for 85%. 
The rating is well developed over this year's range of flows when considering
both quality and quantity of measurements.  The rating is well developed despite
the gap in the 1000-2000 cfs range.  
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  See
previous comment on time of visits.
A change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred at some time
during the monitoring season.  
Change in control:  Slight scour occurred on the 06/18/14 measurement.
Adequate flow measurements were taken to confidently adjust stage during
period(s) of altered control.  


Precipitation Data Summary
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The precipitation record either did not track correctly or was not complete for
some parts of the monitoring season.  Gage tracked fairly well throughout the
season; however the total precipitation of 16.22 inches compared to 21.12 inches
at the nearby HIDEN, so site reported 70% of the total. The difference may be
attributed to variations of rainfall intensities from one location to another
over a short distance. The gage was installed new in August of 2013, so the gage
should still be in calibration and the sites rainfall catchment area is not
affected by trees or other obstructions. 
The overall precip total for the year compares well to an adjacent station.  The
station recorded approx 85% of the precip recorded at the Poplar River site
(01063003).
At least three field visits were made to check the rain gage for obstructions
during the monitoring season.  
There was no visual evidence or an indication from analysis of the precipitation
data that the rain gage was plugged at any time during the monitoring season.  
There were no vertical obstructions near the rain gage that may have compromised
recorded rainfall values.  
The rain gage was calibrated within the last three years.  The bucked was new on
installation in 2013.


Water Quality Data Summary
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Please see the MPCA Environmental Data Access system for Water Quality results. 
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/customPHP/eda/stationInfo.php?ORG=MNPCA&wdip=2&ID=S000-251
 


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2014
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Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = Fair Archived Daily Value (PQC=31)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2013

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2013
Station Manager: DAPLOVNI
Data Manager: JIPOGORE

Prepared By:
Jenny Jasperson (jjasper1)
1-218-723-4652 (JENNY.JASPERSON@STATE.MN.US)

Approved By:
Dan Plovnick (daplovni)
651-539-2114 (DANIEL.PLOVNICK@STATE.MN.US)
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Climate Summary
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Data is collected year round at this site.  
The ice out date was 04/30/2013.  The ice out date was determined by an abrupt
rise in water levels and MN Climatology air temperature data.  MN Climatology
data indicated several preceding days in the mid 50s and night temperatures above
freezing.
Snowmelt conditions:  The reported snowpack was 1.5 to 2.5 feet at the end of
April in the upper watershed and up to 1-foot near the Lake Superior shore (MN
Climatology). High water levels as a result of melt were highest May 7th - 11th.
Less than 0.5-inches of rain fell from May 7-9th.  The daily high temperatures
during the primarily melt were in the mid-50s to the upper-60s.
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  The stream was likely at
bankfull elevation multiple times during snowmelt (May7-11), but levels likely
did not spill out of the banks. The calculated 1.5Q (approximate bankfull flow) 
for this site is 2200 cfs. The maximum recoded discharge was 2242 cfs, recorded
on May 7th.  Flows met the approximate bankful flow several times, but only
during snowmelt. Flows approached bankfull elevation on May 19th (2060 cfs) as a
response to a 1-inch rain event during soil saturated conditions.
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  Flows never fell
below the Q90 (<10th percentile) and only fell below the Q75 (<25th percentile)
for two days in late August. The minimum recorded seasonal flow was 62.9 cfs. 
There was above average precipitation for the 2013 year.  A 3-inch rain event on
July 18-19 in combination with multiple smaller events(0.5 - 1.5 inches) in
August, September, October, and November kept flows in a moderate range
throughout the year.
Significant climatic events:  2013 Climate Summary -
Northeast

			Dept.		Dept.
		Avg.	from	Avg.	from
		Temp.	Norm.	Prec.	Norm.
January		13.2	2.3	1.41	0.6
February		14.2	-1.2	0.9	0.31
March		22.3	-3.7	1.55	0.46
April		33.5	-5.5	4.13	2.22
May		48.4	-1.3	3.08	0.31
June		58.1	0.3	4.01	0.01
July		63.3	-0.5	4.6	0.82
August		65.3	2	2.31	-0.88
September	57.9	3.1	1.67	-1.72
October		44.1	1.4	3.3	0.5
November	28.1	-0.9	0.99	-0.66
December	4.6	-10.8	1.66	0.7

January
precipitation totals were above historical averages across north central and
northeast Minnesota.  A monthly low of -42 degrees was reached at Embarrass (St.
Louis County) on the 24th.  The focal point for the heaviest of the April
snowstorms was northeast Minnesota, particularly Duluth, where April snowfall
reached historic levels. The monthly snowfall total at Duluth's International
Airport was an astounding 50.8 inches. Not only did this top the previous April
record by nearly 20 inches, it was Duluth's snowiest month ever for any month of
the year.  July rainfall totals were generally below historical averages in most
Minnesota counties, except in far northern Minnesota and portions of east central
Minnesota where monthly precipitation totals were above average.  Very heavy rain
was also reported in northeast Minnesota on July 18 and 19. Three to five inches
of rain led to street flooding in Grand Marais and the temporary closure of
Highway 61 in Cook County.  By the end of November, much of the northern
one-third of Minnesota reports at least one foot of snow cover.  From December
2-4 in northeast Minnesota, one to two feet of snow fell. A location north of Two
Harbors reported nearly three feet of snow during this event. Daily snowfall
total records were set in northern Minnesota over the course of the
storm.

[source: State Climatology Office - DNR Division of Ecological and
Water Resources]


Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record tracked correctly and was complete for the entire monitoring
season.  Overall, the sensor tracked well over the monitoring season.  Some
adjustments to sensor drift were made May through August and were based on
monthly stage measurements.
Other stage data collection factors:  There were no other factors other than
drift that affected stage data collection for the year.
Six (6) flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  Monthly flow
measurements were taken May through October.
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  The highest recorded stage value was
23.85 ft on 05/07/13. The highest gaged stage was 22.63 ft on 07/22/13. The
highest gaged stage on the rating is 24.32. 
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover less than 70% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual
discharge.  
Flow measurements cover up to or above 40% of the highest recorded season/annual
discharge.  The highest measured flow was 989 cfs (44% of the maximum recorded
seasonal discharge). The highest recorded Q was 2242 cfs on 05/07/13.
This is a stable site.  Very little shifting has occurred at this site over the
12 year record.  
The rating is well developed over this year's range of flows when considering
both quality and quantity of measurements.  Multiple flow measurements anchor
both the high and low ends of the rating over the range of this year's flows. 
The majority of the rating points are coded good and fair.  There is a poor
section in the rating (between 1000 and 2000 cfs) where the number of flow
measurements are lacking.
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  No control changes were noted in inspection notes.  May
through August flow measurements were within 5% of the rating. September and
October measurements did not fall on the rating, but they were questionable
measurements and were decided not to take into consideration due to lack of
confidence in them.  The rating curve for flows during that period (September
through yea- end) was well established and the majority of the rating points were
coded good.


Precipitation Data Summary
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The precipitation record either did not track correctly or was not complete for
some parts of the monitoring season.  Monthly totals were compared to totals from
the MN Climatology gridded database tool for Croftville, MN.  Totals compared
within 10% for the months of June, August, and October.  Total for September were
within 22%.  Totals for July were within 34%.
The overall precip total for the year compares well to an adjacent station.  The
percent difference from the nearest weather station varied by month, but a
difference of less than 10% occurred over the entire season.
At least three field visits were made to check the rain gage for obstructions
during the monitoring season.  
There was no visual evidence or an indication from analysis of the precipitation
data that the rain gage was plugged at any time during the monitoring season.  
There were no vertical obstructions near the rain gage that may have compromised
recorded rainfall values.  
The rain gage was calibrated within the last three years.  A rain gage was
installed in May 2013.  It had been calibrated within the past 3 years.  A second
rain gage was installed by MN DNR in August.  Rain data from the DNR gage was
used for the remaining part of the year. The DNR rain bucket was new on
installation.


Water Quality Data Summary
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Please see the MPCA Environmental Data Access system for Water Quality results. 
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/customPHP/eda/stationInfo.php?ORG=MNPCA&wdip=2&ID=S000-251
 


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2013
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Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = Fair Archived Daily Value (PQC=31)
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- - EnteredBy - YESAPP

    
Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2012

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2012
Station Manager: JJASPER1
Data Manager: JANDERS1

Prepared By:
Jenny Jasperson (jjasper1)
1-218-723-4652 (JENNY.JASPERSON@STATE.MN.US)

Approved By:
Jenny Jasperson (jjasper1)
1-218-723-4652 (JENNY.JASPERSON@STATE.MN.US)
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
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Data is collected year round at this site.  The station collects water level
year-round, but flow was not gaged during ice.
The ice out date was 03/31/2012.  The final ice-out date is believed to beon
March 31, 2012.  The stage records suggest that a the majority of the ice let out
on 3/17/2012, but the final anchor ice let out around 3/31/2012.
Snowmelt conditions:  The 2011-2012 winter produced below average snow depths in
Minnesota's North Shore Region, especially along the Superior shoreline.  It was
an early spring with and earlier than usual warm-up and  ice-out occurring  in
the last 3-4 weeks of March in many streams.  
Periods the stream was out of its banks:  Based on bankfull survey data
(collected August 2013)  for the stream reach at the gage station, the stage
record suggests that the stream was near or at the top of its banks on 5/27/2012
and 6/21/2012.  Each event individually occurred from approximately 3 days of
rain accumulating to approximately 3-inches.
Periods of low or no flow:  Much of August through October was dry.  The lowest
flows of the season were observed  in mid-October, reaching as low as 32.8 cfs.
Significant climatic events:  2012 Climate Summary -
NorthEast

			Dept.		Dept.
		Avg.	from	Avg.	from
		Temp.	Norm.	Prec.	Norm.
January		18.2	7.3	0.35	-0.45
February	23.1	7.5	0.92	0.32
March		38	12	1.59	0.49
April		40.8	1.9	3.04	1.4
May		52.4	2.7	6.02	3.25
June		61.2	3.4	5.91	1.91
July		69.6	5.8	3.89	0.1
August		64.3	1	2.13	-1.06
September	54.4	-0.4	0.73	-2.66
October		41.8	-0.9	2.03	-0.77
November	30.8	1.8	1.5	-0.15
December	19.1	3.7	0.97	0.01			

The
first half of 2012 saw temperatures that were up to twelve degrees warmer than
normal in North Eastern Minnesota.  The second half of the monitoring season saw
temperatures that were warmer than normal early on and then slightly colder than
normal in September and October.  Precipitation averages were variable throughout
the year but were below average between August and September.  May precipitation
was above average with a total of 6.02 inches.  Snow depths across the northern
one-quarter of Minnesota were between four and eight inches to start the year. 
Some stations in the area reported eight to 12 inches of snow cover by the end of
January.  On February 26, much of the northern one-half of Minnesota received
four to eight inches of snow.  In April, daily snowfall totals of five to eleven
inches broke daily snowfall records in some northeast Minnesota communities.  On
June 19 and 20, a large area of northeastern Minnesota received six to ten inches
of rain over a 24-hour period. The rains, falling upon a landscape already
saturated from previous rains, triggered major floods in Aitkin, Carlton, and St.
Louis counties. Preliminary damage estimates for public infrastructure alone top
100 million dollars. In terms of rainfall intensity and the geographic extent of
the heaviest of the rains, the event ranks among the worst in Minnesota's
post-settlement history.  On October 23-25 the state received widespread rain. 
In November a few locations in the Lake Superior highlands reported four to six
inches of snow cover.  Some of the heavier November monthly snowfall totals
included Duluth with 10.1 inches and Isabella with 17.0 inches.  
 
[source:
State Climatology Office - DNR Division of Ecological and Water Resources]




Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  The sensor was reporting an error code from 7/13
to 7/31.  
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  During the period of missing data,
daily average discharges were estimated to have ranged from 146 - 457cfs.
Incorrect or missing stage values were accurately adjusted or estimated using a
technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume.  The
estimated discharge during this period accounts for 6% of the total annual flow
volume.
Other stage data collection factors:  Some noise was present in the data from
3/31/12 - 7/13/12  due to sensor beyond distance-to-water threshold.  A mean
filter was applied to reduce the noise.  A new sensor was installed on 7/31/2012
to eliminate the problem.
Seven (7) flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover less than 70% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual
discharge.  The highest flow measured in 2012 was 297cfs (14% of the highest
recorded instantaneous discharge).
Flow measurements cover less than 40% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual
discharge.  
Flow measurements cover less than 15% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual
discharge.  
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  


Precipitation Data Summary
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No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  


Water Quality Data Summary
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Please see the MPCA Environmental Data Access system for Water Quality results. 
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/customPHP/eda/stationInfo.php?ORG=MNPCA&wdip=2&ID=S000-251
 


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2012
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Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2011

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2011
Station Manager: JJASPER1
Data Manager: JANDERS1

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jenny Jasperson (jjasper1)
1-218-723-4652 (JENNY.JASPERSON@STATE.MN.US)
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
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Data is collected year round at this site.  ultra sonic sensor runs year round,
but flows only computed during the open water season
The ice out date was 04/18/2011.  estimated based on Grand Marais Climate Records
Snowmelt conditions:  snowmelt conditions were about average, based on data
collected since 2002
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  entrenched bedrock channel
at the site.  Stream can only get out of banks during extreme high flows
Periods of low or no flow:  the arrowhead was under extreme drought for most of
the late summer and fall of 2011.  becasue the stream drains a large lake
dominated watershed, even low flows were around 50-60 cfs
Significant climatic events:  one large storm event, 3.5 inches, on 7/20.  As
stated above, after this period the watershed was under a severe drought and the
river was under baseflow conditions in late summer and throughout most of the
fall.


Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  as in previous years, this untrasconic sensor
experiences "noise" or oscillations due to the sensor  to water surface distance,
which is near the threshold of it's accuracy range.  As such, the 15 minute flow
values should be used with caution.  the values were not corrected via a filter,
since there would have been uncertainty in how much to correct the values.  The
offset was changed several times over the season, because getting an accurate TD
can be difficult due to high winds or waves/ turbulence at the cross section. 
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  see previous comments
Incorrect or missing stage values were accurately adjusted or estimated using a
technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume. 
stage was corrected to site inspection measurements where the difference between
logger and measured stages were outside the noise threshold; and where inspection
notes identified known offset errors.  Error due to noise was not filtered.
Other stage data collection factors:  see previous comments, and previous year
end summaries, for an explaination of the difficulties with measuring stage at
this location on a high bridge on Hwy 61.  Also during high flow events, large
waves and turbulence make getting accurate stages problematic.
5 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  Highest stage was about 24.2 feet, the
highest historical measured stage was 24.3 in ~ 2006.  In our best professional
judgement the control at this site is stable due to bedrock geology.
Flow measurements were taken this year with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks
and do not accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  Highest flow measured in 2011
was 979 cfs, a moderate flow for this station, but less than half of the highest
daily flow for the year.  PCA staff do not have the equipment to measure flows
much higher than this due to the extreme energy in the stream channel. We rely on
historical USGS measurments as the high flow anchor points for the rating.
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not
capture moderate flows (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  see previous
comment. max measured flow was slightly less than 50% of max discharge.
Flow measurements were taken with a maximum frequency of 7 weeks, up to or above
moderate to low flow levels (25% of maximum seasonal discharge).  
This is a stable site.  control appears to be very stable (boulder/bedrock
channel), but measurment difficulties during low and high flows may give the
impression that the rating is not well developed
The rating is well developed when considering both quality and quantity of
measurements.  although we need more high and low flow measurments.
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of greater than 5 weeks. 
only 6 site vists in 2011.  The state shut down prevented us from visiting the
site as often as desired.
A change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred at some time
during the monitoring season.  
Change in control:   the low end of the rating curve was shifted (stages less
than 20.83 feet) following an 8/2 event.  Measurementson 8/29/11, 9/30/11, and
10/31/11 verified the 0.70 foot fill shift. The shift was present through year
end and into  2012 season.
Adequate flow measurements were taken to confidently adjust stage during
period(s) of altered control.  yes, see comment above


Precipitation Data Summary
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No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  


Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No water quality samples were collected at this site during the monitoring
season.  


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2011
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Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2010

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2010
Station Manager: JANDERS1
Data Manager: JANDERS1

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
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Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 03/12/2010.  
Data collection ended on 12/02/2010.  
The ice out date was 03/12/2010.  approx.
Snowmelt conditions:  snowmelt conditions were lower than average
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
Periods of low or no flow:  low flows in late summer, and early fall - flows were
less than 30 cfs
Significant climatic events:  3 inches of rain fell the last 2 weeks of October,
and resulted in the highest flows of the year


Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  
Incorrect or missing stage values were not accurately adjusted or estimated using
a technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume. 
the water level sensor at this site is mounted on a high bridge on Highway 61, at
a height near the top of its operational range- about 22-25 feet above water
level depending on streamflows.  This large vertical distance also makes manual
measurments of stage difficult, especially during windy conditions.  So checking
the accurancy of the instrument is often problematic.  Additionally, during
periods of high flows, large standing waves and high turbulence introduce more
error to the sensor. In an attempt to correct / smooth these errors, a mean
filter was applied to all 15 minute values - except on the rising limbs of
events.  The goal was to retain the general shape and precision of the
hydrograph, but remove the bias / noise from errors in individual 15 minute mean
values.  
Other stage data collection factors:  see previous comment; all daily average
flow values were quality coded as poor 
7 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  
Flow measurements were taken this year with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks
and do not accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  Flows were collected monthly,
however the highest measured flow of the year, 242 cfs, was well below the
highest recorded flow -1,200 cfs.  Flow measurments in previous years were
collected by the USGS during high flows- up to 2800 cfs.  
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a maximum frequency of 7 weeks, up to or above
moderate flow levels (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  yes, because flows
during the spring of 2010 were below average.  
This is a stable site.  channel is made of up bedrock and large boulders and
stream is entrenched except during extreme flood flows, control should be quite
stable, however we do need to collect additional measurments over 1000 cfs
The rating is not well developed when considering quality and quantity of
measurements.  we need more high flow measurements, but the extreme turbulence at
these times often prevent us from being able to collect measurements.  USGS
developed orginal rating and we have modified it as needed, particularly at the
low flow control.
The rating has less than five measurements over the full range of flows.  see
previous comments
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  


Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  


Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No water quality samples were collected at this site during the monitoring
season.  


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2010
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2009

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MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2009
Station Manager: JANDERS1
Data Manager: JANDERS1

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/19/2009.  
Data collection ended on 11/30/2009.  
The ice out date was 04/19/2009.  approximate
Snowmelt conditions:  snowmelt peak was higher than average, and quite later
than
average, due to a cold and snowy march and april.  Ice out on area lakes
was much
later than normal.
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  normal low
levels during summer baseflow
Significant climatic events:  Higher than normal flows in Oct. and Nov.
becasue
fall rains sustained higher baseflows than
normal. overall climate
conditions in
this watershed can be described as near normal to slightly drier
than average
from Oct. 2008 to Sept. 2009, based on DNR Water's statewide
precipitation
departure from normal map.  The spring was wetter than average,
summer drier than
average, with a wetter fall - which brought the water-year
levels to near-normal.
A lack of summer rain event peak flows were balanced by a
~ 5 week spring peak
that was longer in duration than the average. The spring
peak produced 70-75 % of
the open water season's total flow



Flow Data Summary
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Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  12 visits from spring to fall
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  the record was complete during the open
water
season, however the sensor had difficulty recording accurate elevations
during
the turbulent spring snowmelt peak (2-3 ' standing waves) and during some
lower
flow periods.  During low flows the sensor would record daily /
diurnal
oscillations that are not representative of actual changes in water
level. These
oscillations are due to the fact that this sensor is mounted on a
high bridge
near the limit of its QA range (25 feet), adjustments to stage
readings due to
temperature compensation, and possible vibrations from MN
Highway 61 bridge. 
These ossilcations were corrected using the hydrographer's
best professioinal
judgement
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  periodic erratic stage readings
during turbulent spring peak (velocity >
8 ft/ sec) were corrected accordingly.
Incorrect or missing stage values were not accurately adjusted or estimated using
a technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume. 
spikes in dataset during spring peak were removed and estimated using the
majority of remaining l 15 minute values and best professional judgement.  an
accurate spring peak stage record is difficult to acheive at
this site for a
number of factors: 1. the large vertical distance from sensor / bridge deck to
water elevation; 2. extreme turbulence (2 to 3 foot standing waves); 3. large ice
chuncks (1-2 feet think) affecting stage readings and channel geometry, and 4. 
potential inaccuracies from Highway 61 bridge vibration.
Other stage data collection factors:  see previous comments
5 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
All recorded stage values were within the rating or less than 1 foot above the
rating with no change in channel control.  max rated discharge is approximately
2800 cfs.   2009 peak was about 2550 cfs.  The control and channel at this site
are made up of large boulders and bedrock, and are presumed to be very stable.

only during extreme high flows (not seen in 2009) does the channel leave its
entrenched banks.
Flow measurements were taken this year with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or
with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  we are still in
need of additional high flow measurments at this site.  Due to the high velocity
and high energy during peak flows, only USGS personnell can measure it.  ADCP
equipment will not work
in these extreme conditions. 
Flow measurements cover less than 70% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual
discharge.  see above comment. max measured flow in 2009 was 498 cfs. USGS has
collected good measurments during spring 2008 peak - which remain in existing
rating curve.
Flow measurements cover up to or above 50% of the highest recorded season/annual
discharge.  
This is a stable site.  yes, channel and control made up of large boulders and
bedrock.  shifts are not likely to occur in summer as this high gradient stream
will still move fine sediments during baseflow.  New rating 
in 2009 was based
on additional flow measurments taken during moderate flows, which were largely
absent previously. 
The rating is well developed when considering both quality and quantity of
measurements.  18 measurments since monitoring began; low number due to
logistical challanges in monitoring this watershed. low number of measurments is
balanced by stable channel
geometry and geology, and USGS high flow measurments.
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  see
above comments
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  


Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  


Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No water quality samples were collected at this site during the monitoring
season.  


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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2009
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Fair Archived Daily Value (QQC=31)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2008

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2008
Station Manager: JANDERS1
Data Manager: JANDERS1

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/19/2008.  monitoring began about a month previous,
but shelf and anchor ice were affecting stage
Data collection ended on 08/25/2008.  Site ran beyond this date, but problems
with equiment occurred through the fall. Too much uncertainty beyond 8/25/08
The ice out date was 04/19/2008.  based on USGS and MPCA site visits
Snowmelt conditions:  higher than average, plus rain on snow event in late april
caused high streamflows
Periods the stream was out of its banks:  Staff suspect the brule river was out
of it's banks on 6/8/08 in response to near record rain fall in vicinity (over 4
inches in 24 hours)
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  typical late
summer baseflow; 2008 was much wetter than average
Significant climatic events:  two very large events occured in 2008, one was a
rain on snowmelt event in late april, the other was in early june in response to
near record rain fall.  This june event recorded the highest streamflows since
monitoring began at the site in 2002; exact recurrence interval of this event is
unknown, but it is suspected to be significant, perhaps a 20 - to 30 year event.


Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Site vists to determine if the logger was tracking stage correctly were done at a
frequency of 8 weeks or less.  
The stage record either did not track correctly or was not complete for some
parts of the monitoring season.  0.1 to 0.2 foot oscillations occured at low
flows due to equipment error.  Large flood events in april and june are
estimates, since these elevations and streamflows exceeded the rating curve and
highest measured streamflows.  Lightening struck the equipment in mid summer,
causing some data errors that were removed.
Stage either did not track correctly or was not complete during some or all
moderate to high flow periods this season.  see previous comments.  At very high
stages, high turbulence at the stream cross section results in estimated stream
elevations
Incorrect or missing stage values were not accurately adjusted or estimated using
a technique that introduced less than 15% error in total seasonal flow volume. 
The estimated flows during the extreme high flow events yielded the majority of
the annual water yield for the monitoring season.  These estimates were made
after consulting with other MPCA hydrologists.  At these extreme flows, 2 to 3
foot standing waves occur, which make it very difficult to estimate the true
river stage  and discharge.
Other stage data collection factors:  see above comments.  Flows were reported
only through 8/25/08. After this date equipment problems prevented the accurate
estimatation of flow data
4 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  Done by USGS at
high flows during spring runoff
Some recorded stage values were above the rating by a value greater than 1 foot,
or less than 1 foot with a change in channel control.  Rating for this station
was calculated for stages less than 25.00 feet.  Highest estimated stage in 2008
was 26.4 feet.  Rating was extrapolated using the professional judgement of
station managers, because the channel cross section and control are bedrock and
boulders and assumed to be stable.  These high flow values are appropriately
quality coded as poor 
The present rating can be accurately extrapolated or modeled to the highest
recorded stage values.  This is likely , but not known. Rating was extrapolated
based on a USGS derived rating table.
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks and do not
accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  no measurments taken at low to moderate
flows, because even at low flows stream is not wadable.
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not
capture moderate flows (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  no measurments at
low flows
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not
capture moderate to low flows (25% of maximum seasonal discharge).  
Site vists to determine if the physical characteristics of the control changed
during the monitoring season were done at a frequency of 5 weeks or less.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the
monitoring season.  unlikely


Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  


Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No water quality samples were collected at this site during the monitoring
season.  


--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data Quality for Calendar Year 2008
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2007

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2007

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is collected year round at this site.  
The ice out date was 04/15/2007.  approx.
Snowmelt conditions:  lower flows than a typical year, less snow fall than normal
Periods the stream was out of its banks:    stream may have been out of its banks in october, due to extreme high flows - exceeded rating.
Periods of low or no flow:    low flow for much of july and august
Significant climatic events:  extremely high flow in late sept. and early october.  19 inches of rain fell (Hovland) in september and october.  only 3.8 inches fell in July and August.

Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stage did not track correctly during part or all of the monitoring season.  
Stage did not track correctly during moderate to high flow periods.  
Missing stage values were accurately estimated or interpolated using a technique that introduced less than 15% error.  
Other stage data collection factors:  no equipment problems, however during extreme events, stage data is estimated  because of large standing waves
3 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks and do not accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not capture moderate flows (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  unlikley due to bedrock channel, however will need to modify control in light of extreme october event.

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
15 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  good coverage; could have had more samples during extreme fall events
sediments, turbidity were analyzed using a laboratory.  
Turbidity, pH, temp, conductivity were analyzed using field meter(s).  

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data Quality for Calendar Year 2007
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2006

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2006

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/04/2006.  
Data collection ended on 10/16/2006.  
The ice out date was 04/07/2006.  
Snowmelt conditions:  near normal; no anchor ice seen at break up, so no shifts applied this year
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
Periods of low or no flow:    very dry summer, especially august and september
Significant climatic events:  big rain storm in early may matched or exceeded the snowmelt peak

Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stage tracked correctly during the entire monitoring season.  
Other stage data collection factors:  no major problems.  However from 8/15/06 to the end of the season, flow values are quality coded as poor. These extreme low flows were lower than the lowest flow measurment used to create rating equations.
1 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  bed rock channel, we are assuming the rating can reasonably be extended to typical high flows (~ 2000 cfs)
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks and do not accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not capture moderate flows (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
15 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  good coverage in spring and early summer.  few samples in summer due to drought conditions
sediment, turbidity, nutrients were analyzed using a laboratory.  
pH, SC, DO, turbidity, t-tube were analyzed using field meter(s).  

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data Quality for Calendar Year 2006
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2005

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2005

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/11/2005.  
Data collection ended on 11/12/2005.  
The ice out date was 04/12/2005.  approx.
Snowmelt conditions:  slightly greater than average
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  
Significant climatic events:  very high runoff event in early may (3000 cfs), highest flows recorded to date

Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stage tracked correctly during the entire monitoring season.  no visible anchor ice in the spring, so we are assuming no ice shift (no Q measurments in spring this year)
Other stage data collection factors:  none
1 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 4-5 weeks and do not accurately reflect seasonal conditions.  
This site does not have a permanent fixed type control structure.  
Flow measurements were taken with a frequency greater than 7 weeks and do not capture moderate flows (50% of maximum seasonal discharge).  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
12 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  good coverage
nutrients, sediments, turbidity were analyzed using a laboratory.  
temp, pH, SC, DO, t-tube were analyzed using field meter(s).  

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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2005
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Poor Archived Daily Value (QQC=32)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2004

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2004

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/04/2004.  
Data collection ended on 11/22/2004.  
The ice out date was 04/06/2004.  approx.
Snowmelt conditions:  highest flows recorded, since gage was operational in 2001
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  
Significant climatic events:  high snowmelt flows, plus one very heavy rain even in early june.

Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stage tracked correctly during the entire monitoring season.  
Other stage data collection factors:  occasional differences in sensor versus manual tapedowns at high flows likley due to standing waves which makes manual tapedowns difficult
3 (2 of these by USGS) flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  
Flow measurements were taken with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover less than 80% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  
Flow measurements cover up to or above 50% of the highest recorded season/annual discharge.  
This is a stable site not historically subject to backwater.  
Frequent site visits were made this year to confirm there was no backwater or partially obstructed flows, using both visual and hydrological evidence.  
The rating is well developed when considering both quality and quantity of measurements.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
17 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  good coverage
nutrients, sediments, turbidity were analyzed using a laboratory.  
temp, pH, SC, DO, t-tube were analyzed using field meter(s).  

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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2004
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2003

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2003

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/14/2003.  
Data collection ended on 11/07/2003.  
The ice out date was 04/20/2003.  This is approximate..
Snowmelt conditions:  Higher than average
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  
Significant climatic events:  wet spring, with large rain event in mid may

Flow Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stage did not track correctly during the entire monitoring season.  
Stage did not track correctly during moderate to high flow periods.  
Missing stage values were accurately estimated or interpolated using a technique that introduced less than 15% error.  
Other stage data collection factors:  large ice shift applied from 4/15 -4/24
5 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  
Flow measurements were taken with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover a wide range of flows, up to at least 80% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  
The rating is well developed when considering both quality and quantity of measurements.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
14 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  good coverage, missed one large rain event
nutrients, sediments, turbidity were analyzed using a laboratory.  
temp, pH, SC, DO, t-tube were analyzed using field meter(s).  

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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2003
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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Year End Summary for 01022001

Year End Summary for 2002

********************************************************************************
MPCA/DNR Cooperative Stream Gaging Year End Summary Report
Station: H01022001 - Brule River nr Hovland, MN61
Year: 2002

Prepared By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US

Approved By:
Jesse Anderson (janders1)
JESSE.ANDERSON@STATE.MN.US
********************************************************************************

Climate Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Data is only collected for a partial year at this site.  
Data collection began on 04/15/2002.  
Data collection ended on 12/12/2002.  
The ice out date was 04/18/2002.  
Snowmelt conditions:  First year of monitoring at this site, so it's tough to judge, but it appeared to break up pretty quickly, within about 10 days
The stream was in its banks during the entire year.  
There were no periods of low or no flow during the entire year.  
Significant climatic events:  It was a dry spring and summer. The highest flows of the year occured at snowmelt. No rain events had flows that exceeded 1/2 of the snowmelt peak.

Flow Data Summary
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Stage tracked correctly during the entire monitoring season.  
Other stage data collection factors:  2 of 22 field visits had stage reading differences of > 0.4 feet (manual tape-down versus sensor).  These likely do not reflect drift in the sensor, since it is about 30 feet from bridge to water and high winds can make an accurate tape down difficult.
5 flow measurements were taken during the monitoring season.  
Recorded stage values were less than 1 foot above the rating and/or did not encounter a change in control.  
Flow measurements were taken with a maximum frequency of 4-5 weeks or with a frequency that accurately reflects seasonal conditions.  
Flow measurements cover less than 80% of the highest recorded seasonal/annual discharge.  
Flow measurements cover up to or above 50% of the highest recorded season/annual discharge.  
This is a stable site not historically subject to backwater.  
Frequent site visits were made this year to confirm there was no backwater or partially obstructed flows, using both visual and hydrological evidence.  
The rating is well developed when considering both quality and quantity of measurements.  
No change in the physical characteristics of the control occurred during the monitoring season.  

Precipitation Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No precipitation data was not collected at this site for the season.  

Water Quality Data Summary
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
17 samples were collected at this site during the monitoring season.  
Sample distribution on Hydrograph:  hydrograph well represented by sampling
sediments, turbidity, nutrients, etc. were analyzed using a laboratory.  
temp, DO, pH, conductivity, t-tube were analyzed using field meter(s).  

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Data Quality for Calendar Year 2002
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Flow   = Good Archived Daily Value (QQC=30)
Precip = NA (PQC=0)
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