Is the Lower River Rouge flooding?
The Lower River Rouge 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 Lower River Rouge 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Lower River Rouge at Inkster, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 13.62 ft on 26 June 1968, carrying 3,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1948 (69 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower River Rouge at Dearborn, MI | No flooding | 3.50 ft | 11 ft | |
| Lower River Rouge at Wayne, MI | No current data | — | — | — |
| Lower River Rouge at Inkster, MI | No current data | — | 10 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.