Is the River Raisin flooding?

Michigan · 3 gauges · Michigan river levels

The River Raisin 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 River Raisin 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 12 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 River Raisin near Monroe, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 10.40 ft on 16 March 1982, carrying 15,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1938 (88 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.74 ft, 7.7 ft below that record.

Drains 1,042 sq mi · gauge elevation 619 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
River Raisin near Adrian, MINo flooding4.59 ft18 ft
River Raisin near Manchester, MINo current data
River Raisin near Monroe, MINo flood stage defined2.74 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.