Major Flood
13 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14.4 ft
Considerable damage occurs to residential areas. Wayne Park will be up to 10 feet under water.
13.6 ft
Brady Street in Dearborn will flood. Many bridges become impassable.
12.4 ft
Property damage will mainly be limited to park buildings and roads. Several homes may become isolated by flood water. Many roads will close due to flooding. Most highway bridges over the river in this area will be closed to traffic. U.S. Highway 12 (Michigan Avenue) will be covered by 4 feet of water in spots.
10 ft
Residential areas along Brady Street in Dearborn will become affected by water.
9 ft
River reaches bankfull in many locations.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 1947 | 14.41 ft | — |
| Jun 25, 1968 | 13.62 ft | 3,600 cfs |
| May 22, 2004 | 13.13 ft | 3,155 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lower Rouge at Inkster?
The Lower Rouge at Inkster gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04168000) 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 Lower Rouge at Inkster?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lower Rouge at Inkster is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lower Rouge rises?
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Where is the Lower Rouge at Inkster gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wayne County, Michigan at coordinates 42.3000°N, 83.3000°W. USGS site number: 04168000. 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 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.