Major Flood
8 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
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
Expect moderate flooding of farmlands and cottages along the river. High water reaches the first flood of some homes and canoe liveries along the river.
6 ft
Expect minor flooding of several cottages, canoe liveries, and farmland along the river.
5 ft
River is bankfull. Overflow begins in low lying areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1975 | 7.46 ft | 5,400 cfs |
| Sep 12, 1986 | 7.33 ft | 4,990 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1976 | 7.2 ft | 4,750 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of White River above Whitehall?
The White River above Whitehall gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04122200) 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 White River above Whitehall?
The NWS-defined flood stage for White River above Whitehall is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when White River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add White River above Whitehall 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 White River above Whitehall gauge located?
The gauge is located in Muskegon County, Michigan at coordinates 43.4642°N, 86.2326°W. USGS site number: 04122200. 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.