RIVER GAUGE · N. BR. CLINTON RIVER
N. Br. Clinton River near Mount Clemens
Macomb County, Michigan
Water level4.18 ft
Flow11 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13 ft
Minor flood15 ft
Moderate flood16 ft
Major flood18 ft
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2004 | 20.34 ft | 8,797 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1947 | 20 ft | — |
| Feb 1, 1968 | 18.62 ft | 6,700 cfs |
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