Major Flood
10 ft
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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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Expect major flooding of East Mt. Hope Road and homes along Sunnyside Ave, Willard Ave, Ruth Ave, Hoyt Ave and Cavanaugh Road, Boettcher Court, Jolly Road, and Aurelius Road.
8 ft
Expect minor flooding of low lying areas adjacent to the river, in the Lansing Municipal Golf Course and sections of East Mt. Hope Road.
6 ft
Flooding begins in low lying areas along the creek and at the Lansing Municipal Golf Course and Scott Woods Park.
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 3, 1947 | 10.6 ft | — |
| Apr 18, 1975 | 10 ft | 2,110 cfs |
| Feb 21, 2018 | 9.8 ft | 1,342 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sycamore Creek near Holt?
The Sycamore Creek near Holt gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04112850) 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 Sycamore Creek near Holt?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sycamore Creek near Holt is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sycamore Creek rises?
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Where is the Sycamore Creek near Holt gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ingham County, Michigan at coordinates 42.6403°N, 84.4828°W. USGS site number: 04112850. 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.