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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Expect major flooding of homes in Dewitt and along the river between Dewitt and Eagle.
9 ft
Expect moderate flooding of homes in Dewitt and along the Looking Glass River between Dewitt and Eagle.
8.5 ft
Water reaches the bathrooms at DeWitt Park
8 ft
Expect minor flooding of homes in Dewitt and along the Looking Glass River between Dewitt and Eagle. River levels flood warming hut, playground, and ball field in Looking Glass Valley Park in Wacousta.
7 ft
Expect minor flooding of homes in Dewitt and along the river between Dewitt and Eagle. Flooding occurs in Riverside Park in Dewitt and Looking Glass Valley Park in Wacousta.
6.5 ft
Water begins to encroach on the sidewalks at DeWitt Park and Wacousta Park
6 ft
Expect minor flooding of low lying wooded areas.
5 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 21, 2018 | 8.89 ft | 1,840 cfs |
| Jun 22, 2015 | 8.68 ft | 2,100 cfs |
| Apr 5, 2017 | 8.39 ft | 1,590 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EAGM4
River
Looking Glass River
County
Clinton, MI
Coordinates
42.8281°N, 84.7594°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Looking Glass River near Eagle?
The Looking Glass River near Eagle gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04114498) 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 Looking Glass River near Eagle?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Looking Glass River near Eagle is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Looking Glass River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Looking Glass River near Eagle 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 Looking Glass River near Eagle gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clinton County, Michigan at coordinates 42.8281°N, 84.7594°W. USGS site number: 04114498. 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.