Is the Muskegon River flooding?
The Muskegon River is tracked by 6 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 Muskegon River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 4 of 6 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 Muskegon River at Newaygo, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 53.76 ft on 2 June 1945, carrying 11,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1910 (72 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muskegon River at Evart, MI | No flooding | 6.93 ft | 12 ft | |
| Muskegon River near Croton, MI | No flooding | 4.51 ft | 9 ft | |
| Muskegon River at Bridge Street at Newaygo, MI | No flooding | 7.17 ft | 11 ft | |
| Muskegon River at Bridgeton, MI | No flooding | 7.28 ft | 13 ft | |
| Muskegon River at Big Rapids, MI | No current data | — | — | — |
| Muskegon River at Newaygo, MI | No current data | — | — | — |
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.