Is the Middle Branch Escanaba River flooding?

Michigan · 2 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Middle Branch Escanaba River 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 Middle Branch Escanaba River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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.

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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 Middle Branch Escanaba River at Humboldt, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 9.21 ft on 20 April 1985, carrying 1,930 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1960 (65 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.64 ft, 7.6 ft below that record.

Drains 46 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,521 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Middle Branch Escanaba River at Humboldt, MINo flooding1.64 ft6.5 ft
Middle Branch Escanaba River near Princeton, MINo flood stage defined1.54 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.