Crest-Stage Streamgage Network in Michigan
Historically, small streams with drainage areas less than 100 square miles have not been adequately represented in regional peak- (high) flow analysis. In Michigan, USGS operates 24 traditional crest-stage gages, where stage and streamflow is only measured during high flows, and 6 continuous-record crest-stage gages, where cooperators can continually monitor stage and USGS maintains a high-flow stage discharge rating. In addition to providing peak stage and streamflow information for cooperators, information from the 30 sites is available for hydrologists and others to use in regional and statewide flood-frequency analyses.
Below are partners associated with this project.
Historically, small streams with drainage areas less than 100 square miles have not been adequately represented in regional peak- (high) flow analysis. In Michigan, USGS operates 24 traditional crest-stage gages, where stage and streamflow is only measured during high flows, and 6 continuous-record crest-stage gages, where cooperators can continually monitor stage and USGS maintains a high-flow stage discharge rating. In addition to providing peak stage and streamflow information for cooperators, information from the 30 sites is available for hydrologists and others to use in regional and statewide flood-frequency analyses.
Below are partners associated with this project.