Grand River at Comstock Park
Michigan — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Kent County, Michigan on the Grand River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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: CMPM4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
8,000 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flooding on homes along Abrigador Trail, Willow Drive, Riverbank Street and Konkle Drive. In Comstock Park and Plainfield Township approximately 100 homes affected by flooding.
14 ft
Homes along Willow Drive and Abrigador Trail have flooded basements and Abrigador Trail is closed. Riverbank Street northeast in Plainfield Township is flooded and homes along Riverbank Street have flooded basements. Konkle Drive northeast in Plainfield township is flooded.
13 ft
Abrigador Trail is underwater and minor flooding of homes occurs along Abrigador Trail and Willow Drive.
12 ft
Expect minor flooding of homes along Abrigador Trail.
11 ft
River is bankfull.
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 21, 2013 | 17.8 ft | 33,459 cfs |
| Apr 21, 2013 | 17.8 ft | 33,459 cfs |
| Mar 21, 1948 | 17.75 ft | — |
| Mar 21, 1948 | 17.75 ft | — |
| Apr 8, 1947 | 17.45 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CMPM4
River
Grand River
County
Kent, MI
Coordinates
43.0460°N, 85.6500°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Grand River at Comstock Park?
The Grand River at Comstock Park 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 Grand River at Comstock Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Grand River at Comstock Park is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Grand River rises?
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Where is the Grand River at Comstock Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kent County, Michigan at coordinates 43.0460°N, 85.6500°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.