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
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.6 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on County Road 519
8 ft
Low lying wooded areas become flooded
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 8, 1971 | 6.4 ft | — |
| Feb 17, 1984 | 5.62 ft | — |
| Mar 30, 1986 | 5.61 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Escanaba River at Cornell?
The Escanaba River at Cornell gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04059000) 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 Escanaba River at Cornell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Escanaba River at Cornell is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Escanaba River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Escanaba River at Cornell to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Escanaba River at Cornell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Delta County, Michigan at coordinates 45.9089°N, 87.2135°W. USGS site number: 04059000. 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