Major Flood
14 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Water innundates the bridge on Hedbery Road and portions of Black River Road in the vicinity
12 ft
Water reaches the bottom of Hedberg Road Bridge
10 ft
Which is flood stage...water impacts low lying areas of properties along Black River Road and Hedberg Road
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 1960 | 14.27 ft | 14,800 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2002 | 13.54 ft | 12,640 cfs |
| Apr 29, 2013 | 12.23 ft | 9,460 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Black River near Bessemer?
The Black River near Bessemer gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04031000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Black River near Bessemer?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Black River near Bessemer is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Black River rises?
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Where is the Black River near Bessemer gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gogebic County, Michigan at coordinates 46.5114°N, 90.0744°W. USGS site number: 04031000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.