RIVER GAUGE · SILVER RIVER
Silver River near L`Anse
Baraga County, Michigan
Water level6.33 ft
Flow18 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13 ft2,550 cfs
Minor flood14 ft
Moderate flood17 ft
Major flood19 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 19 ft
Water begins to flow over the bridge on Skanee Road
- 17 ft
Water levels approach Skanee Road on the west side of the river
- 15 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the bridge on Skanee Road and backwater effects begin
- 14 ft
Flood waters may impact homes and low lying areas along the river near Skanee Road...Townline Road...and Collins Road
- 11 ft
The river begins to overflow its natural banks and flooding of low lying wooded areas occurs
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 11, 2003 | 15.18 ft | 3,180 cfs |
| Apr 29, 2013 | 13.09 ft | 2,580 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2002 | 13 ft | 3,440 cfs |
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