Hastings staff regularly monitor Mississippi River water levels and flood predictions and make flood preparations as needed each spring in collaboration with police and public works staff and County staff. Updates for the current year are posted below:

July 9, 2024

All City-closed roads are now open, as well as all trail segments, with the exception of a section of the 10-mile loop scenic trail that remains closed between River Flats Park and Lock and Dam #2. Flood cleanup continues. 

On July 8, The Washington County Sheriff's Office announced that the temporary no wake zone on the Mississippi has been lifted. Boaters are encouraged to use caution and watch for debris. 

July 3, 2024

The following roads and trail sections have been reopened. 

• County 54 between 18^th St and County 91
• Lock and Dam Road (boat launch remains closed)
• The Vermillion River Trail under the Hwy 46 bridge

July 1, 2024

A section of the 10-mile loop scenic trail is closed between River Flats Park and Lock and Dam #2. 

A section of trail that crosses Vermillion Street is now open. 

June 28, 2024

View a map of current City road closures.

E 10^th Street/County Road 54 (just east of 18^th Street) is now closed.

Lock and Dam Road is now closed at 2^nd Street. The closure allows access to The Confluence driveway but is hard closed just beyond that location, removing access to the Boat Launch, parking lot and Lake Rebecca Park.

The section between 18th St and County 91, and the section between 185th St and County 68 (200th St) will be closed for approximately one week.

Trail users please be cautious of river levels and do not use trails that are under water or threatened by rising water levels.

Follow flooding updates at www.hastingsmn.gov/flooding

Monitor Mississippi River water levels at Monitor water levels at https://water.noaa.gov/gauges/hstm5

June 27, 2024

View a map of current City road closures.

Dakota County will close County Road County 54 between 185th St and County 68 (200th St) at noon or soon after today.

The segment of County 54 between 18th St and County 91 will remain open today but may need to be closed tomorrow.

The Dakota County and Washington County Sheriffs' have issued a news announcement announcing the expansion of the temporary no wake zone on the Mississippi River. Read the announcement. County Sheriff News Releases | Dakota Count

Monitor Mississippi River water levels at Monitor water levels at https://water.noaa.gov/gauges/hstm5

June 26, 2024

Flooding Update: Road Closures

Due to rising waters, E 4th Street has now been closed. Residents in the area have alternate access to a higher ground private easement roadway. County Rd 54 - Ravenna closure is pending.

This afternoon, the Mississippi River Boat Dock was closed. 

Please Note: The closures DO NOT impact the Makers Market, the performances scheduled at Levee Park, or the downtown business access and operations.

June 25, 2024

Flooding Update from the Minnesota Department of Health

With the risk of flooding increasing in many parts of the state, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) urges private well users to prepare for the possibility that their wells might flood.  

If you get your drinking water from a private well, taking these preventative actions now may help protect that water from becoming contaminated.  

New News Release

Flooding Update: Trails Closures

June 24, 2024

Spring Flooding in Hastings: Roads to Close Today 

Today, staff are closing Spiral View Loop Road on the north side of the river, under the Highway 61 bridge, and 1st Street at the railroad bridge underpass due to spring flood conditions.

June 21, 2024

Spring Flooding in Hastings: Anticipated Road Closures Announced

City and county staff continue to monitor water levels in Hastings. As a result, City staff anticipate closing the following roads this weekend due to rising water levels:

• Spiral View Loop Road (north side of river beneath Highway 61 Bridge)
• E 10th Street/County Road 54 (just east of 18th Street)
• 1st Street/Railroad Bridge Underpass
• E 4th Street in East Hastings

 Be safe during floods. Slow down, do not try to drive around barricades. Drivers are reminded to ‘Turn around. Don’t Drown.’  Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Recreation Impacts:

The trail in Levee Park just north of the pavilion is anticipated to close and will be re-routed through the pavilion.

Attention boaters: The Dakota County and Washington County Sheriffs have issued a temporary No Wake zone from Lock and Dam #2 to river mile marker 813.0, which will remain in effect until the water level returns below 15 feet. Travel on the river is not advised, due to the number of debris, and rising water.

Attention visitors: The Vermillion Falls River at Vermillion Falls Park continues to rush rapidly and is a danger for anyone who is participating in water activities. Please stay away from the water; do not attempt to swim in the area.

Monitor water levels at the National Water Prediction Service.