Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Expect minor flooding of low lying areas, farmland and rural roads downstream of Battle Creek.
7 ft
River is bankfull, overflow begins in areas downstream of Battle Creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2018 | 8.4 ft | 6,290 cfs |
| Feb 25, 1985 | 7.95 ft | 5,760 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2008 | 7.78 ft | 5,240 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BTCM4
River
Kalamazoo River
County
Calhoun, MI
Coordinates
42.3239°N, 85.1975°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek?
The Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04105500) 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 Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kalamazoo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek 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 Kalamazoo River at Battle Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Calhoun County, Michigan at coordinates 42.3239°N, 85.1975°W. USGS site number: 04105500. 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
- 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.