+7.0 cfs (+4.42%) since yesterday
491.89% of Normal
•
2 Streamgauges
Total streamflow across the
Michigan River
was last observed at
166
cfs, and is expected to yield approximately
328
acre-ft of water today; about 492%
of normal.
River levels are high.
Average streamflow for this time of year is
34 cfs,
with recent peaks last observed
on
2019-06-23 when daily discharge volume was observed at
1,084 cfs.
Maximum discharge along the river is currently at the
Michigan River At Walden
reporting a streamflow rate of 165.00 cfs.
This is also the highest stage along the Michigan River, with a gauge stage of
2.72 ft at this location.
This river is monitored from 2 different streamgauging stations along the Michigan River, the highest being situated at an altitude of 10,377 ft, the
Michigan River Near Cameron Pass.
Last Updated
2024-10-04
Streamflow
165.52 cfs
Percent of Normal
491.89%
Maximum
1,083.9 cfs
2019-06-23
About the michigan river
The Michigan River is a 49-mile-long river located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The river was historically used for logging, and several sawmills were established along its banks in the late 1800s. The Michigan River is fed by several tributaries, including the Sturgeon River and the East Branch of the Ontonagon River. There are several dams on the Michigan River, including the Bond Falls Dam, which creates Bond Falls Reservoir, a popular recreational area for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking. The river is also used for hydroelectric power generation, with several power plants located along its length. The Michigan River is an important source of irrigation for agriculture in the region, and several farms are located along its banks. Overall, the Michigan River is an important natural resource for the Upper Peninsula and plays a significant role in the region's history, economy, and recreational opportunities.