Macatawa River Flow Today
As of October 10, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Macatawa River is flowing at 12 cfs at State Road Near Zeeland, MI — 167% of normal for the date and down 11% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Macatawa River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At State Road Near Zeeland, the Macatawa River is running 12 cfs — 167% of normal, down 11% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are above normal (the typical gauge is at 167% of normal).
In the last 24 hours the river is dropping at State Road Near Zeeland (-11%).
How the Macatawa River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- State Road Near Zeeland598 ft 12 cfs167%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Macatawa River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (167%).
Macatawa River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Macatawa River At State Road Near Zeeland MI
Oct 10, 1:45 AM · USGS 04108800 |
12 cfs | 167% | -11% | 2.37 ft | 598 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Dams & reservoirs on the Macatawa River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Macatawa River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Macatawa River
The Macatawa River is a 25-mile-long river in Ottawa County, Michigan. The river was named by the Ottawa Native Americans, meaning “black water” due to the dark color of the water. The river flows through several towns, including Zeeland and Holland, before emptying into Lake Macatawa. The watershed of the river is about 180 square miles. The river is primarily fed by groundwater, but also receives surface runoff. The river has several reservoirs and dams, including the Holland Board of Public Works hydroelectric dam, which generates electricity for the local community. The river is used for recreational activities such as fishing, canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. It is also used for agricultural purposes, including irrigation and livestock watering. The Macatawa River is an important natural resource for the surrounding communities, providing both economic and ecological benefits.
Fishing near the Macatawa River
About the Macatawa River
How is the Macatawa River flowing right now?
As of October 10, 2026, the Macatawa River is flowing at 12 cfs at State Road Near Zeeland, MI, about 167% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Macatawa River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Macatawa River is at 167% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.