Major Flood
25 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
22.5 ft
Minor Flood
20.5 ft
Action Stage
18.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24.5 ft
This stage compares to record flow rates of 18300 cubic feet per second at Twin Falls Dam set in 1953 and 22000 cubic feet per second at the Kingsford Dam also set in 1953.
23.5 ft
This latest stage compares to flow rates of around 18000 cubic feet per second at the Twin Falls Dam and 20000 cubic feet per second at the Kingsford Dam.
22.5 ft
An area boat landing in the Twin Falls area is flooded and water also approaches a few area resorts. Flooding is affecting the Rivers Bend campground. This latest stage compares to a flow rate of 17200 cubic feet per second at the Twin Falls Dam, and 19900 cubic feet per second at the Kingsford Dam.
20.5 ft
Water approaches a few homes or mobile homes near the River Bend campground.
18.5 ft
There is minor lowland flooding. Flows downstream from the Kingsford Dam to Niagara are fast and dangerous.
16.5 ft
Flows downstream of the Kingsford Dam to Niagara become fast. Shoreline equipment may be impacted.
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 25, 1960 | 24.05 ft | 19,500 cfs |
| Jul 2, 1953 | 22.5 ft | 18,800 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2002 | 22.23 ft | 17,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TWFM4
River
Menominee River
County
Dickinson, MI
Coordinates
45.8661°N, 88.0744°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Menominee River at Twin Falls?
The Menominee River at Twin Falls gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04063522) 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 Menominee River at Twin Falls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Menominee River at Twin Falls is 20.5 feet. Action stage begins at 18.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22.5 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Menominee River rises?
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Where is the Menominee River at Twin Falls gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dickinson County, Michigan at coordinates 45.8661°N, 88.0744°W. USGS site number: 04063522. 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
- Gauge awaiting repair - automated readings are not available at this time.
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.