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
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Some residential areas flood.
18 ft
Many roads and several golf courses will flood.
16 ft
Some structures will start to be affected.
15 ft
Agricultural land along the river begins to flood. When the river reaches this level due to rain, the Middle Branch Clinton River usually is flooding in some locations. The middle branch will crest about 24 hours earlier than the north branch. 21 and 22 Mile Roads may be flooded. Water could also reach the foundation of a few homes along the bank of the middle branch by Heyndrich and Cass Avenue.
13 ft
River reaches bankfull with only wooded areas 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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2004 | 20.34 ft | 8,797 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1947 | 20 ft | — |
| Feb 1, 1968 | 18.62 ft | 6,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCLM4
River
N. Br. Clinton River
County
Macomb, MI
Coordinates
42.6292°N, 82.8903°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens?
The N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04164500) 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 N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens?
The NWS-defined flood stage for N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when N. Br. Clinton River rises?
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Where is the N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens gauge located?
The gauge is located in Macomb County, Michigan at coordinates 42.6292°N, 82.8903°W. USGS site number: 04164500. 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.