Major Flood
12.5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BNGM4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8.4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.6 ft
At this level...Bengtson bridge will be completely under water
14.7 ft
Water reaches the bottom of Bengtson bridge
12.8 ft
Water reaches the level from April of 2002
10 ft
Portions of County Roads 601...LE and LG experience significant flooding
7.7 ft
Water begins to impact the yards of homes near Bengtson bridge on County Road LI in South Republic
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 23, 1985 | 14.02 ft | — |
| Apr 19, 2002 | 12.86 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 2023 | 11.75 ft | 4,414 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BNGM4
River
Michigamme River
County
Marquette, MI
Coordinates
46.3586°N, 87.9758°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Michigamme River near Republic?
The Michigamme River near Republic gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Michigamme River near Republic?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Michigamme River near Republic is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Michigamme River rises?
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Where is the Michigamme River near Republic gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marquette County, Michigan at coordinates 46.3586°N, 87.9758°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Volunteer Cooperative Observer
- 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.