Major Flood
8 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
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.57 ft
Expect major flooding to occur in the area.
6 ft
Widespread minor flooding of low lying areas with homes isolated by high water.
4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 1986 | 8.57 ft | 2,300 cfs |
| Jul 17, 1982 | 6.98 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 1975 | 5.92 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MORM4
River
Little Muskegon River
County
Mecosta, MI
Coordinates
43.5025°N, 85.3425°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Muskegon River at Morley?
The Little Muskegon River at Morley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04121900) 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 Little Muskegon River at Morley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Muskegon River at Morley is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Muskegon River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Muskegon River at Morley 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 Little Muskegon River at Morley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecosta County, Michigan at coordinates 43.5025°N, 85.3425°W. USGS site number: 04121900. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 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.