Major Flood
19 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
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
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 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Silver River near L`Anse?
The Silver River near L`Anse gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04043150) 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 Silver River near L`Anse?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Silver River near L`Anse is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Silver River rises?
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Where is the Silver River near L`Anse gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baraga County, Michigan at coordinates 46.8042°N, 88.3169°W. USGS site number: 04043150. 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
- Stage and computed discharge may be affected by ice.