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Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge
Michigan — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Bay County, Michigan on the Saginaw River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ESVM4). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Minor Flood

583.3 ft

Action Stage

581.5 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

ESVM4

River

Saginaw River

County

Bay, MI

Coordinates

43.6414°N, 83.8467°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge?

The Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge 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 Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge is 583.3 feet. Action stage begins at 581.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Saginaw River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Saginaw River at Essexville Tidal Gauge gauge located?

The gauge is located in Bay County, Michigan at coordinates 43.6414°N, 83.8467°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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