Major Flood
17 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.1 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Plains Road Bridge in the center
16 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Plains Road Bridge on the right bank. Backwater effects begin at this stage
12 ft
Flooding of low lying wooded lands upstream and downstream occurs
8 ft
The river begins to overtop its banks
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 | 11.63 ft | 4,630 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2002 | 11.44 ft | 4,990 cfs |
| Apr 19, 1985 | 11.07 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sturgeon River near Sidnaw?
The Sturgeon River near Sidnaw gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04040500) 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 Sidnaw?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sturgeon River near Sidnaw is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sturgeon River rises?
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Where is the Sturgeon River near Sidnaw gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baraga County, Michigan at coordinates 46.5842°N, 88.5758°W. USGS site number: 04040500. 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.