-3.1 cfs (-3.25%) since yesterday
67.15% of normal
•
Low
Total streamflow across the
Flat River
was last observed at
92
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
183
acre-ft of water today; about 67%
of normal.
River levels are low and may signify a drought.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
137 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2023-04-08 when daily discharge volume was observed at
6,860 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Flat River At Dam Near Bahama
reporting a streamflow rate of 50.6 cfs.
However, the streamgauge with the highest stage along the river is the
Flat River Trib Nr Willardville
with a gauge stage of 1.49 ft.
This river is monitored from 3 different streamgauging stations along the Flat River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 353 ft, the
Flat River At Bahama.
Last Updated
2024-04-25
Streamflow
92.2 cfs
Percent of Normal
67.15%
Maximum
6,860.0 cfs
2023-04-08
About the flat river
The Flat River is a 49-mile-long tributary of the Grand River in the state of Michigan. It flows through Ionia and Montcalm Counties and has a rich history dating back to the 1800s when it was used for logging and transportation. Today, the river serves as a source of water for irrigation and hydroelectric power generation through the operation of several dams and reservoirs, including the Whites Bridge Dam and the Lowell Hydroelectric Dam. The Flat River is also a popular spot for outdoor recreational activities such as fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. In addition, the river plays a significant role in the agricultural industry in the surrounding areas, providing water for crops and livestock.