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SwedenManistee River near Wellston water level
River gauge, Manistee River, Michigan, United States
Right now
High for mid-October
Water level
- Flow
- 1,840 cfs
- Water temperature
- 56 °F
History
What this means
The Manistee River near Wellston is above normal at 8.90 ft.
It has barely moved over the past 24 hours. In the last month it has stayed between 8.88 ft and 9.04 ft.
That stands out in fall, when many rivers are usually near their lowest. The water temperature at the gauge is 56 °F.
Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 12.03 ftApril 16, 2026
Floating and fishing near Manistee River near Wellston
Experienced paddlers may enjoy higher water, but many outfitters stop rentals once a river runs this high.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12.03 ft | April 16, 2026 |
| 2 | 11.14 ft | April 15, 2014 |
| 3 | 11.06 ft | June 14, 2008 |
| 4 | 10.91 ft | March 31, 1998 |
| 5 | 10.32 ft | May 20, 2020 |
| 6 | 10.25 ft | March 23, 2007 |
| 7 | 10.25 ft | March 13, 2006 |
| 8 | 10.24 ft | May 4, 2012 |
| 9 | 10.21 ft | April 1, 2016 |
| 10 | 10.21 ft | August 14, 2018 |
Weather at the gauge
The forecast is not available right now.
Map
Other gauges on the Manistee River
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manistee River near GraylingRiver gauge, Manistee River | 218 cfs | High | −10.0 cfs | 62 mi |
| Manistee River near ShermanRiver gauge, Manistee River | 12.36 ft | Below flood stage | −0.17 ft | 17 mi |
| Manistee River near MesickRiver gauge, Manistee River | 1,240 cfs | Normal | −50.0 cfs | 9 mi |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pine River at High School Bridge near HoxeyvilleRiver gauge, Pine River | 244 cfs | Normal | −29.0 cfs | 10 mi |
| East Branch Pine River near TustinRiver gauge, East Branch Pine River | 18.7 cfs | Normal | −5.6 cfs | 24 mi |
| Pere Marquette River at ScottvilleRiver gauge, Pere Marquette River | 1.60 ft | Below flood stage | −0.06 ft | 27 mi |
| Platte River at HonorRiver gauge, Platte River | 128 cfs | Normal | −5.0 cfs | 29 mi |
| Boardman River above Brown Bridge Road near MayfieldRiver gauge, Boardman River | 3.32 ft | Below flood stage | −0.07 ft | 37 mi |
| Twin Creek at Eight Mile Road near EvartRiver gauge, Twin Creek | 3.7 cfs | Very low | −0.1 cfs | 39 mi |
| Chippewa Creek at 90th Avenue near EvartRiver gauge, Chippewa Creek | 4.7 cfs | Normal | −0.2 cfs | 41 mi |
| Muskegon River at EvartRiver gauge, Muskegon River | 7.28 ft | Below flood stage | +0.01 ft | 42 mi |
Questions and answers
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Manistee River near Wellston today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 05:45 AM EDT, the water level was 8.90 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Manistee River near Wellston rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Manistee River near Wellston normal?
High for mid-October. Compared with 5 years of daily readings for this time of year.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Manistee River near Wellston?
The highest level on record is 12.03 ft on April 16, 2026.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
Where does this data come from?
The values come directly from the U.S. Geological Survey, the official operator of this gauge, and are in the public domain. We do not estimate or model live values.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:04125550(Agency page)- Coordinates
44.25944, -85.94162(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 8.90 ft | 2026-10-19 09:45 | Provisional |
| Flow | 1,840 cfs | 2026-10-19 09:45 | Provisional |
| Water temperature | 56 °F | 2026-10-19 09:45 | Provisional |
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How to cite
U.S. Geological Survey: Manistee River near Wellston (usgs:04125550). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/michigan/manistee-river-near-wellston
How we check values
Each reading is stored as published. We hold back values that jump faster than physically plausible and show the measurement time with every value.
Readings are provisional, can be delayed or wrong and are not a flood warning. Read the disclaimer