Major Flood
18 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Water is surrounding homes along River Road and Summer Cloud Drive. Water may also be surrounding structures downstream along Otter Way near the river.
17 ft
This stage compares to the record flow of 24800 CFS at White Rapids Dam set in 1960.
15.5 ft
Flooding affects are mainly confined to wooded lowland. This stage compares to a flow of 24000 CFS at White Rapids Dam.
14 ft
Flooding is confined to wooded lowland areas.
11 ft
There is minor lowland flooding.
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 17, 2023 | 15.05 ft | — |
| Apr 17, 2002 | 14.98 ft | 22,200 cfs |
| Apr 24, 2019 | 13.78 ft | 18,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BANM4
River
Menominee River
County
Menominee, MI
Coordinates
45.4819°N, 87.8022°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Menominee River at White Rapids?
The Menominee River at White Rapids gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04066030) 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 White Rapids?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Menominee River at White Rapids is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Menominee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Menominee River at White Rapids 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 Menominee River at White Rapids gauge located?
The gauge is located in Menominee County, Michigan at coordinates 45.4819°N, 87.8022°W. USGS site number: 04066030. 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 reading affected by power generation.
- Stage may be affected by ice.