Is the Prairie River flooding?

Michigan · 3 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Prairie 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 Prairie River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 7 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 Prairie River near Nottawa, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 6.80 ft on 23 February 2018, carrying 811 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1963 (63 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.11 ft, 3.7 ft below that record.

Drains 106 sq mi · gauge elevation 839 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Prairie River at Orland Road near Bronson, MINo current data
Prairie River at US 12 near Burr Oak, MINo flood stage defined15.32 ft
Prairie River near Nottawa, MINo flood stage defined3.11 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.