Major Flood
11 ft
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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
11 ft
Expect extensive basement flooding and major flooding of businesses and the first floors of homes in the Portage Creek, Axtell Creek, and Gull Street areas in Kalamazoo.
10 ft
Expect moderate flooding of homes along Portage Creek, near Gull Street and Recreation Park. Industrial areas in Kalamazoo begin to flood.
9 ft
Expect minor flooding of low lying areas, the park in Comstock, and residential areas along Portage Creek, near Gull Street and the Recreation Park.
8 ft
Expect minor flooding in park in Comstock.
7 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2018 | 11.69 ft | 6,860 cfs |
| Apr 7, 1947 | 10.94 ft | 6,910 cfs |
| Feb 27, 1985 | 10.91 ft | 6,410 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CMSM4
River
Kalamazoo River
County
Kalamazoo, MI
Coordinates
42.2856°N, 85.5139°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kalamazoo River at Comstock?
The Kalamazoo River at Comstock gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04106000) 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 Comstock?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kalamazoo River at Comstock 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 Comstock 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 Comstock gauge located?
The gauge is located in Kalamazoo County, Michigan at coordinates 42.2856°N, 85.5139°W. USGS site number: 04106000. 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.