Is the Black River flooding?
The Black River is tracked by 5 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 Black River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 5 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Black River near Tower, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 7.13 ft on 17 April 1960, carrying 2,340 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1943 (58 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River near Bessemer, MI | No flooding | 1.91 ft | 10 ft | |
| Black River near Jeddo, MI | No flooding | 3.11 ft | 17 ft | |
| Black River near Tower, MI | No current data | — | — | — |
| Black River near Fargo, MI | No current data | — | — | — |
| Black River near Garnet, MI | No flood stage defined | 2.36 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.