Major Flood
20 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Expect major flooding of businesses and residences in the Lowell area. Railroad embankment on south bank overtopped.
20 ft
Expect major flooding of businesses and residences in the Lowell area and high water affects the business district.
18 ft
Expect moderate flooding of commercial buildings.
16 ft
Lowell fairgrounds flooded, low sections of Bowes Road, Division, Front Street, and Jackson flooded in the city of Lowell.
15 ft
Expect minor flooding of commercial buildings.
10 ft
River is bankfull. Expect flooding of low lying areas adjacent to the banks, including the south side of the ring road at the former fairgrounds on the south side of Lowell.
8 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat launch at the former fairgrounds on the south side of Lowell.
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 | 19.02 ft | 28,446 cfs |
| Mar 21, 1948 | 19 ft | — |
| Apr 7, 1947 | 18.5 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LWLM4
River
Grand River
County
Kent, MI
Coordinates
42.9251°N, 85.3429°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Grand River at Lowell?
The Grand River at Lowell 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 Lowell?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Grand River at Lowell is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Grand River rises?
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Where is the Grand River at Lowell gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kent County, Michigan at coordinates 42.9251°N, 85.3429°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.