Grand River at Eaton Rapids
Flood stages and impacts
| Category | Stage |
|---|---|
| Major flood | 9.00 ft |
| Moderate flood | 8.00 ft |
| Minor flood | 6.00 ft |
| Action | 5.00 ft |
- 9.00 ftExpect major flooding of structures on Hall Street, west of Hamlin Street, and West Knight Street. Water is curb deep on Main Street.
- 7.00 ftExpect minor flooding of the business district in Eaton Rapids. Island Park in the City of Eaton Rapids is flooded.
- 6.00 ftExpect minor flooding of low lying areas and basements along River Street in Eaton Rapids. Island Park in the City of Eaton Rapids begins to flood.
- 5.00 ftRiver is bankfull. Expect minor overflow into low lying areas.
Flood outlook
Chance of flooding, September to November
| Category | Chance |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | Under 5% |
| Moderate flooding | Under 5% |
| Major flooding | Under 5% |
The three-month chances are the River Forecast Centers’ long-range flood outlook, issued August 28, 2026.
Crest history
59 crests on NOAA’s list since 1923.
| # | Date | Stage |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | April 6, 1947 | 9.10 ft |
| 2 | May 27, 1937 | 7.10 ft |
| 3 | April 5, 1950 | 7.00 ft |
| 4 | March 20, 1948 | 6.50 ft |
| 5 | February 23, 2018 | 6.20 ft |
| 6 | September 16, 2008 | 6.20 ft |
| 7 | May 1, 1956 | 6.20 ft |
| 8 | September 16, 2008 | 6.10 ft |
| 9 | March 9, 1946 | 6.00 ft |
| 10 | May 23, 2004 | 6.00 ft |
| 11 | March 14, 1986 | 6.00 ft |
| 12 | February 23, 1971 | 6.00 ft |
| 13 | March 10, 1974 | 5.90 ft |
| 14 | February 17, 1942 | 5.80 ft |
| 15 | May 18, 1945 | 5.80 ft |
| 16 | April 16, 1952 | 5.80 ft |
| 17 | March 31, 1960 | 5.70 ft |
| 18 | March 22, 1926 | 5.70 ft |
| 19 | April 19, 1975 | 5.61 ft |
| 20 | May 27, 2011 | 5.60 ft |
| 21 | February 21, 1951 | 5.60 ft |
| 22 | April 19, 1939 | 5.50 ft |
| 23 | February 26, 1944 | 5.50 ft |
| 24 | January 1, 1949 | 5.50 ft |
| 25 | March 6, 1976 | 5.45 ft |
Most recent crests
- May 15, 2018: 4.95 ft
- February 23, 2018: 6.20 ft
- April 21, 2013: 4.60 ft
- December 6, 2011: 4.75 ft
- May 27, 2011: 5.60 ft
- September 16, 2008: 6.10 ft
- September 16, 2008: 6.20 ft
- May 23, 2004: 6.00 ft
- May 29, 2001: 5.38 ft
- April 23, 1999: 4.78 ft
Nearby
Upstream, downstream and the gauges around this one.
What this means
Forecasts by the North Central River Forecast Center. Forecasts are issued as needed during times of high water, but are not routinely available. 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. 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. Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.
Sources
Stage, flood stages, impacts and crest history from NOAA’s National Water Prediction Service.