2026-04-23T00:00:00-06:00
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Galien River
Last Updated: April 21, 2026
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the reporting a streamflow rate of cfs. This is also the highest stage along the Galien River, with a gauge stage of ft at this location. This river is monitored from 1 different streamgauging stations along the Galien River, the highest being situated at an altitude of ft, the .
The Galien River is a 30-mile-long river located in southwestern Michigan.
15-Day Long Term Forecast
River Streamflow Levels
| Streamgauge | Streamflow | Gauge Stage | 24hr Change (%) | % Normal | Minimum (cfs) | Maximum (cfs) | Air Temp | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Galien River Near Sawyer
USGS 04096015 |
169 cfs | 8.66 ft | -23.18 |
Seasonal Discharge Comparison
Maximum Streamflow Discharge
Streamflow Elevation Profile
The Galien River is a 30.0-mile-long (48.3 km) stream in the southwest region of the U.S. state of Michigan. The river begins at the outlet of Dayton Lake and flows in a predominantly westerly direction until it enters southeastern Lake Michigan at New Buffalo. The South Branch Galien River rises just north of the border with Indiana, at the confluence of Spring Creek and the Galena River, the latter rising in LaPorte County, Indiana.
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