Detroit River Water Level
Live gauge height for Detroit River, measured at USGS station DETROIT RIVER AT FORT WAYNE AT DETROIT, MI (1.6 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).
30-Day Water Level Trend
Detroit River is currently 0.4 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.
Boat Ramps on Detroit River (11)
- Belanger Park Public Boat Launch — River Rouge, Michigan
- Wyandotte Boat Ramp — Wyandotte, Michigan
- St. Jean Public Boat Launch — Detroit, Michigan
- Delray Public Access Boat Ramp — Detroit, Michigan
- Riverside Park Boat Launch — Detroit, Michigan
- Ecorse Boat Ramp — Ecorse city, Michigan
- Kayak/Paddleboard Boat Launch — Detroit, Michigan
- Detroit River Boat Ramp — Detroit, Michigan
- Detroit River Boat Ramp — Windsor, Ontario
- Detroit River Boat Ramp — Detroit, Michigan
Detroit River Water Level FAQ
What is the water level of Detroit River today?
The USGS gauge for Detroit River (DETROIT RIVER AT FORT WAYNE AT DETROIT, MI) currently reads a gauge height of 573.70 feet, 0.4 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.
Is Detroit River high or low right now?
Compared with the past 30 days, Detroit River is 0.4 ft below its 30-day average.
Where can I launch a boat on Detroit River?
BoatLaunchMap lists 11 boat ramps on Detroit River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.
Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 04165710. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.