Is the Upper River Rouge flooding?

Michigan · 2 gauges · Michigan river levels

The Upper River Rouge 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 Upper River Rouge is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 15 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 Upper River Rouge at Farmington, MI. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.70 ft on 25 June 1968, carrying 1,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1959 (63 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.12 ft, 5.6 ft below that record.

Drains 18 sq mi · gauge elevation 690 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Upper River Rouge at Detroit, MINo current data
Upper River Rouge at Farmington, MINo flood stage defined3.12 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.