Is the Thornapple River flooding?

Michigan · 2 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Thornapple 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 Thornapple River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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.

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 Thornapple River near Caledonia, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 11.79 ft on 24 February 2018, carrying 7,560 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1931 (80 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.86 ft, 7.9 ft below that record.

Drains 773 sq mi · gauge elevation 676 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Thornapple River near Hastings, MINo flooding3.51 ft7 ft
Thornapple River near Caledonia, MINo flooding3.86 ft10 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.