Major Flood
16 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
The river reaches Beech Road.
12 ft
The river reaches Foot bridge and bottom of Beech Road bridge. Water may backup the Upper Rouge River in Farmington Hills flooding some apartment complexes at or above this stage.
5 ft
The river reaches bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 1968 | 19.04 ft | 4,900 cfs |
| May 26, 2011 | 14.16 ft | 2,265 cfs |
| Aug 5, 1998 | 13.95 ft | 2,430 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rouge River at Southfield?
The Rouge River at Southfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04166100) 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 Rouge River at Southfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rouge River at Southfield is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rouge River rises?
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Where is the Rouge River at Southfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oakland County, Michigan at coordinates 42.4478°N, 83.2978°W. USGS site number: 04166100. 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