Major Flood
16 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
The Kingsford and Niagara Parks are flooded. In Niagara, flood waters affect Sherman Street and the former Stora Enso Mill, and the United Methodist Church on River Street. In Southern Dickinson County Michigan, water is covering Highway 577, and a trailer park in the city of Quinnesec is flooded. River Road in Aurora is covered by flood waters.
15.5 ft
Water is covering adjacent parks in both Kingsford and Niagara. River Road in Aurora is covered with water. In Niagara, flood waters are affecting the United Methodist Church on River Street.
15 ft
Flood waters reach the Aurora Fire Protection station. Waters begin to approach United Methodist church on River Street in Niagara.
14.5 ft
In the city of Niagara, water begins to cover the Niagara boat landing on Tyler Road, and water approaches homes along Sherman Street.
13 ft
Water approaches the parking lot of the Union Protestant Church.
11.5 ft
Near 8200 cfs, Piers Gorge downstream considered high for local rafting companies.
10 ft
Which is bankfull stage, there is flooding of lowland. Piers Gorge rapids downstream become active.
7.5 ft
7.5 feet or 3000 cfs is considered the top end for the ideal range for local rafting companies downstream.
5 ft
5.0 feet or 1000 cfs, is considered the low-end of ideal conditions for rafting downstream.
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 19, 2002 | 16.22 ft | 19,950 cfs |
| Apr 16, 2023 | 15.42 ft | 17,100 cfs |
| Apr 27, 1996 | 15.11 ft | 16,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NIAW3
River
Menominee River
County
Marinette, WI
Coordinates
45.7678°N, 87.9806°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Menominee River at Niagara?
The Menominee River at Niagara gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04065106) 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 Menominee River at Niagara?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Menominee River at Niagara is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Menominee River rises?
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Where is the Menominee River at Niagara gauge located?
The gauge is located in Marinette County, Wisconsin at coordinates 45.7678°N, 87.9806°W. USGS site number: 04065106. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- 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.
- 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.