Station Name: MUSKEGON RIVER NEAR STANWOOD, MI
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 856 feet

Nearest Address:
10 Mile Rd
Stanwood, MI 49346
Mecosta County

GPS Coordinates: 43.61308, -85.4778209

Nearby Water Temperatures

Hydrologic Outlook issued January 22 at 11:14AM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Thu January 22, 2026, 11:14 AM
Expires: Sun January 25, 2026, 11:15 AM

ESFGRR Bitterly cold temperatures moving into Michigan over the next few days will increase the risk of ice jams on rivers. While many locations have already frozen over, ongoing ice growth will continue to increase in any open water areas. These temperatures have not been seen for many years in West Michigan, which means that some areas that don't typically experience river ice jams may have issues this year. Ice jams can result in water levels rising much more quickly than usual, which can catch people off guard. Anyone living or working near rivers in West Michigan should prepare now for potential river ice and rising water levels. While temperatures warm up a bit early next week, this overall cold weather pattern will continue through at least next week, which will keep ice locked in place on the rivers. You can always find the latest river level information at water.noaa. gov

Flood Advisory issued January 24 at 5:43AM EST until January 24 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 5:43 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding along the Muskegon River is possible due to a suspected ice jam. * WHERE...Along the Muskegon River in Newaygo County, downriver of the Croton Dam and near the City of Newaygo. * WHEN...Until 700 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Low lying areas along the Muskegon River that are prone to flooding may see rapidly changing water levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 531 AM EST, An ice jam is suspected along the Muskegon River. The river gauge at Newaygo has reported water levels rising overnight. - As the river freezes up, ice can restrict the flow of the river and cause rises and falls in water level. Flooding due to freeze-up ice jams is typically minor, but can be unpredictable.

Monitor the river for changes in water level and be prepared to take action in case flooding develops in flood prone areas. Report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service.

Flood Advisory issued January 24 at 7:30AM EST until January 24 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Sat January 24, 2026, 7:30 AM
Expires: Sat January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Flooding along the Muskegon River is possible due to an ice jam. * WHERE...Along the Muskegon River in Newaygo County, downriver of Croton Dam, around the city of Newaygo and toward Bridgeton. * WHEN...Until 700 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Low lying areas along the Muskegon River that are prone to flooding may see rapidly changing water levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 716 AM EST, An ice jam is suspected along the Muskegon River. The river gauge at Newaygo reported water levels rising to minor flood stage this morning. - As the river freezes up, ice can restrict the flow of the river and cause rises and falls in water level. Flooding due to freeze-up ice jams is typically minor, but can be unpredictable.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement. Respect any road closures in the area.