Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
reporting a streamflow rate of cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Ford River, with a gauge stage of
ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Ford River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the
.
About the ford river
The Ford River is a 24-mile-long river located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The river has a rich history, having been used for transportation by indigenous people and early settlers. Today, it is primarily used for recreation and irrigation. The river is fed by several tributaries and includes two main reservoirs, the Shakey Lakes Reservoir and the Ford Dam Reservoir. The Shakey Lakes Reservoir was created by the construction of a dam in the 1920s and is used for fishing, boating, and swimming. The Ford Dam Reservoir was created in the 1930s and is used primarily for irrigation. The Ford River is a popular destination for fishing, with various species of trout and salmon found in its waters. The river also supports agricultural activities in the surrounding area.