Station Name: MANISTEE RIVER NEAR WELLSTON, MI
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 623 feet

Nearest Address:
Dilling Rd
Wellston, MI 49689
Manistee County

GPS Coordinates: 44.25944997, -85.94174209

Nearby Water Temperatures

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 12:18PM EDT until April 19 at 7:45PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 12:18 PM
Expires: Sun April 19, 2026, 7:45 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by recent rain and snowmelt is occurring. * WHERE...A portion of northern Michigan, including the following counties, Antrim, Benzie, Crawford, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Until 745 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Flooding is occurring following recent heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Roads and structures near lakes and rivers will continue to see high water levels and potential wash outs. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1218 PM EDT, ongoing flooding is being experienced across the area and will likely continue for the next several days. Between 4 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become unstable and unsafe. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

Flood Watch issued April 15 at 2:17PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 2:17 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 4:30 PM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of central and west central Michigan, including the following counties, in central Michigan, Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Montcalm and Osceola. In west central Michigan, Lake, Mason, Muskegon and Newaygo. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rain expected tonight may continue to increase expected floods on area rivers. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 6:51AM EDT until April 19 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 6:51 AM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 12:30 PM

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan... Manistee River near Sherman affecting Wexford County. For the Manistee River...including Sherman...Major flooding is occurring. * WHAT...Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast to continue through Thursday afternoon. This exceeds the flood of record. * WHERE...Manistee River near Sherman. * WHEN...Until late Sunday evening. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 6:15 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 18.97 feet. - Bankfull stage is 14.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 6:15 AM EDT Wednesday was 18.97 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 19.0 feet this afternoon. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flooding is occurring. Most flood related deaths occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges, dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream, even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route over higher ground. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by Thursday afternoon at 1230 PM EDT.

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 11:07AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 11:07 AM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 11:15 PM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Michigan... Manistee River near Sherman affecting Wexford County. For the Manistee River...including Sherman...Major flooding is ongoing and forecast. * WHAT...Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast to continue through Friday afternoon. At least minor flooding is expected to continue through the weekend. * WHERE...Manistee River near Sherman. * WHEN...Until further notice. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 19.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 14.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 10:30 AM EDT Wednesday was 19.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 19.1 feet this afternoon. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - Flood History...No available flood history. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Flooding is occurring. Most flood related deaths occur in automobiles. Do not attempt to cross water covered bridges, dips, or low water crossings. Never try to cross a flowing stream, even a small one, on foot. To escape rising water find another route over higher ground. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. this evening at 1115 PM EDT.

Flood Warning issued April 15 at 12:19PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 12:19 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 2:30 PM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Michigan... Looking Glass River Near Eagle affecting Clinton County. ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Michigan... Portage River near Vicksburg affecting Kalamazoo County. Muskegon River at Bridgeton affecting Newaygo County. Muskegon River Near Croton affecting Newaygo County. Muskegon River at Newaygo affecting Newaygo County. Muskegon River At Evart affecting Osceola County. .1.5 To 2.5 inches of rain fell last night across much of Lower Michigan. This is in addition to the several inches of rain that have occurred in many spots previously. Additional showers and storms over the next 24 hours could add an additional 0.5 to 1.5 inches of rain, making flooding worse. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Muskegon River at Evart. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 14.5 feet, High water affects the Sewage Treatment Plant. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:15 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 13.5 feet. - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:15 AM EDT Wednesday was 13.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 15.3 feet Friday evening. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 16.0 feet on 04/16/2014. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/grr.