Is the Flint River flooding?

Michigan · 3 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Flint River is tracked by 3 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 Flint River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 3 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 14 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 Flint River near Flint, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.95 ft on 6 September 1985, carrying 11,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1933 (93 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.46 ft, 13.5 ft below that record.

Drains 956 sq mi · gauge elevation 678 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Flint River near Flint, MINo flooding3.46 ft13 ft
Flint River near Otisville, MINo flood stage defined2.95 ft
Flint River near Fosters, MINo flood stage defined5.26 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.