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Saginaw River Water Level

Live gauge height for Saginaw River, measured at USGS station SAGINAW RIVER AT MIDLAND STREET AT BAY CITY, MI (2.9 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
579.52 ft
Updated 56 min ago
vs. 30-day average
Streamflow
-1,360 cfs

Boat Ramps on Saginaw River (14)

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Saginaw River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Saginaw River today?

The USGS gauge for Saginaw River (SAGINAW RIVER AT MIDLAND STREET AT BAY CITY, MI) currently reads a gauge height of 579.52 feet. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Saginaw River high or low right now?

Compare today's reading with the 30-day chart above — a reading near the top of the range means high water, near the bottom means low water.

Where can I launch a boat on Saginaw River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 14 boat ramps on Saginaw River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 04157060. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.