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 Watch issued April 14 at 11:03PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 11:03 PM
Expires: Thu April 16, 2026, 8:15 AM

Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers will continue to increase and may reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 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.

Special Weather Statement issued April 15 at 7:18AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 7:18 AM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 11:00 AM

Patches of dense fog will linger across much of northern Michigan through this morning, especially across areas near bodies of water and recent rainfall. Visibilities of 1/4 mile or less are being observed. Given quick drops in visibility, be sure to take the proper precautions while driving this morning.

Flood Watch issued April 15 at 5:10AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Wed April 15, 2026, 5:10 AM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 1:15 PM

Additional rain on top of recent heavy rainfall and snow melt has lead to flooding across much of northern Michigan. Flows in rivers will continue to increase and may reach critical levels. * WHAT...Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of Eastern Upper and Northern Lower Michigan, including the following areas, in Eastern Upper Michigan, Central Chippewa, Eastern Mackinac, Southeast Chippewa, Western Chippewa and Western Mackinac. In Northern Lower Michigan, Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Benzie, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Crawford, Emmet, Gladwin, Grand Traverse, Iosco, Kalkaska, Leelanau, Manistee, Missaukee, Montmorency, Ogemaw, Oscoda, Otsego, Presque Isle, Roscommon and Wexford. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 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 Watch issued April 14 at 10:09AM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 10:09 AM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 12:15 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, Newaygo and Oceana. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Low-water crossings may be flooded. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - 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 14 at 7:33PM EDT until April 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Effective: Tue April 14, 2026, 7:33 PM
Expires: Wed April 15, 2026, 7:45 AM

...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Michigan... Rifle River near Sterling affecting Arenac County. Manistee River near Sherman affecting Wexford County. For the Rifle River...including Sterling...Minor flooding is forecast. For the Manistee River...including Sherman...Major flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Major flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. This exceeds the flood of record. * WHERE...Manistee River near Sherman. * WHEN...Until Tuesday, April 21. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:00 PM EDT Tuesday the stage was 18.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 14.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:00 PM EDT Tuesday was 18.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 18.5 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday, April 21. - Flood stage is 15.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 16.9 feet on 04/15/2014. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Flooding is occurring or is imminent. 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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 745 AM EDT.