Major Flood
12 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Significant flooding occurs.
8 ft
Widespread flooding of adjacent low lands occurs.
7 ft
Overflow of both banks begins.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 21, 2018 | 11.46 ft | 2,079 cfs |
| Apr 6, 2017 | 10.53 ft | 1,782 cfs |
| Jan 11, 2020 | 10.17 ft | 1,670 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swartz Creek near Flint?
The Swartz Creek near Flint gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04148300) 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 Swartz Creek near Flint?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swartz Creek near Flint is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swartz Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Swartz Creek near Flint to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Swartz Creek near Flint gauge located?
The gauge is located in Genesee County, Michigan at coordinates 42.9878°N, 83.7325°W. USGS site number: 04148300. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- 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.