Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: GNNM4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.29 ft
The northwest corner of the old Gwinn Middle School floods
9.02 ft
Peter Nordeen park on right bank floods
8.11 ft
Southgate drive near the old Gwinn Middle School floods
7.9 ft
Water reaches the bottom girder of the M-35 bridge
7 ft
Low lying areas of Peter Nordeen Park begin to flood
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 20, 1985 | 9.25 ft | 2,700 cfs |
| May 31, 1970 | 8.47 ft | 2,390 cfs |
| Apr 24, 1960 | 7.94 ft | 1,920 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
GNNM4
River
Escanaba River
County
Marquette, MI
Coordinates
46.2778°N, 87.4361°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Escanaba River at Gwinn?
The Escanaba River at Gwinn gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Gwinn?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Escanaba River at Gwinn is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Escanaba River rises?
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Where is the Escanaba River at Gwinn gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marquette County, Michigan at coordinates 46.2778°N, 87.4361°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Volunteer Cooperative Observer
- Stage measured manually and reported by river observer. No automated gauge on-site.
- 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.