Huron River at Hamburg
Michigan — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Livingston County, Michigan on the Huron River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 04172000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
8 ft
Moderate Flood
7.5 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Many homes are surrounded and inundated with flood waters along the river and Ore Lake.
7.5 ft
Flooding of houses and yards increase considerably.
7 ft
***Flood stage*** Water begins to reach foundations and crawl spaces of many homes along the river and Ore Lake.
6.5 ft
Water begins to flood yards of homes along the Huron River and Ore Lake. Some boat docks begin to become submerged.
6 ft
The river becomes 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 1968 | 8.46 ft | — |
| Jun 29, 1968 | 8.46 ft | — |
| May 14, 1956 | 8.35 ft | 1,560 cfs |
| May 14, 1956 | 8.35 ft | 1,560 cfs |
| May 26, 2004 | 8.13 ft | 744 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HMGM4
River
Huron River
County
Livingston, MI
Coordinates
42.4653°N, 83.8000°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Huron River at Hamburg?
The Huron River at Hamburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04172000) 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 Huron River at Hamburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Huron River at Hamburg is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Huron River rises?
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Where is the Huron River at Hamburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Livingston County, Michigan at coordinates 42.4653°N, 83.8000°W. USGS site number: 04172000. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.