Is the Bear Creek flooding?

Michigan · 2 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Bear Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Michigan. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Bear Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Michigan river levels.

data refreshed 12 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Bear Creek near Muskegon, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.29 ft on 20 August 1980, carrying 468 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1966 (60 annual peaks). It is currently at 10.46 ft, 5.8 ft below that record.

Drains 17 sq mi · gauge elevation 590 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Bear Creek at Lawrence Road near Leonidas, MINo current data
Bear Creek near Muskegon, MINo flood stage defined10.46 ft
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.