Major Flood
14 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Additional homes and structures near the river are impacted and evacuations may be necessary. Water levels may reach the bottom of Froberg bridge in addition to other bridges that cross the river
8 ft
Homes and structures along the low lying areas and numerous roads become impacted by flood water. In Houghton County...Sturgeon River Road...Aho Road...and Rajala Road are impacted. In Baraga County...Sturgeon Road...Halonen Road and Usitalo Road are impacted. Along Froberg Road...Tahtinen Road...Irwin Road...Oliver Road...and Shirley Road are impacted.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 1960 | 13.75 ft | 7,360 cfs |
| Apr 22, 2019 | 12.1 ft | 8,320 cfs |
| Apr 17, 2002 | 11.92 ft | 6,570 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sturgeon River near Alston?
The Sturgeon River near Alston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04041500) 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 Sturgeon River near Alston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sturgeon River near Alston is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sturgeon River rises?
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Where is the Sturgeon River near Alston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baraga County, Michigan at coordinates 46.7264°N, 88.6619°W. USGS site number: 04041500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.