Many Minnesota Lakes And Rivers At Historic Low Points With No End To Drought In Sight

By John Lauritsen, CBS Minnesota

September 12, 2023

COON RAPIDS, Minn. -- With nearly 55% of the state now in severe drought, many Minnesota lakes and rivers are at historic low points.

Near Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, Becky Little is seeing a part of the Mississippi River she never thought she'd see. She's been coming here for years. But just like her lawn at home, the river is as dry as she's ever seen it.

"I've never been able to walk here," Little said. "I think it's a little sad. I mean, it's the 'Mighty Mississippi.' It's not flowing like it should be, I think."

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