Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.8 ft
Water reaches the bottom of County Road 533 bridge
8 ft
River floods low lying areas along the left bank upstream and downstream of County Road 533 bridge
6 ft
River overflows the left bank upstream and downstream of County Road 533 bridge
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 1960 | 8.27 ft | 7,590 cfs |
| Apr 25, 1996 | 7.45 ft | 5,630 cfs |
| Apr 10, 2014 | 7.22 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ford River near Hyde?
The Ford River near Hyde gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04059500) 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 Ford River near Hyde?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ford River near Hyde is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ford River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ford River near Hyde 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 Ford River near Hyde gauge located?
The gauge is located in Delta County, Michigan at coordinates 45.7550°N, 87.2019°W. USGS site number: 04059500. 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