Lock and Dam 3 Fishing Report
Based on live releases/levels and local weather.
Lock and Dam 3 fishing report based on live water release, lake level, and local weather near Red Wing, MN. Check current outflow (CFS), water level, and species-specific notes before your trip.
Lock and Dam 3 snapshot
USACE Owned and Maintained Lock and Dam 3 sits near Red Wing, MN and is monitored by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers MVP district. Coordinates: 44.6103°, -92.6103°. Also known as Lock and Dam 03 at Mississippi River 9 foot Channel Navigation Project.
- Latest release
- 17,207 CFS
- Recorded 2026-06-19 07:15 UTC
- Latest lake level
- 674.40 ft
- Recorded 2026-06-19 07:15 UTC
Very high release: dangerous near outlets and below the dam. Avoid swift water and follow posted warnings.
Source: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers CWMS public feeds. See the Lock and Dam 3 water level & flow charts for 7‑day history.