+1912.0 cfs (+128.93%) since yesterday
125.55% of Normal
•
4 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Clinton River
was last observed at
3,395
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
6,734
acre-ft of water today; about 126%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
2,704 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2024-01-27 when daily discharge volume was observed at
13,396 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Clinton River At Moravian Drive At Mt. Clemens
reporting a streamflow rate of 2,470 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Clinton River At Sterling Heights
with a gauge stage of 9.76 ft.
This river is monitored from 4 different streamgauging stations along the Clinton River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 846 ft, the
Clinton River At Auburn Hills.
Last Updated
2024-05-08
Streamflow
3,395.0 cfs
Percent of Normal
125.55%
Maximum
13,396.0 cfs
2024-01-27
About the clinton river
The Clinton River is a 79-mile-long river that flows through southeastern Michigan, starting in northern Oakland County and ending in Lake St. Clair. The river was named after DeWitt Clinton, a former governor of New York. The river is part of the larger Lake St. Clair watershed and is fed by numerous tributaries.
There are several reservoirs along the Clinton River, including the Yates Cider Mill Reservoir, the Sylvan Glen Lake, and the Dodge #4 State Park Reservoir. Additionally, there are several dams on the river, including the Auburn Hills Municipal Dam, the Lake Oakland Dam, and the Yates Cider Mill Dam.
The Clinton River is a popular spot for recreational activities, including kayaking, fishing, and nature hikes. The river also serves as a water source for several communities in the area and is used for agricultural irrigation. Throughout its history, the Clinton River has played an important role in the development of the region, from powering mills during the Industrial Revolution to serving as a crucial transportation route.
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