Gauge Description:

Gauge referenced is on the Black. Watersheds are close, parallel and relatively similar in nature. Max/min are estimates.
Anyone who boats this reach is encouraged to add a 'comment' below with additional gauge information and/or correlations.

A paddlers gauge is painted on the center bridge pier at South Boundary Road. I'm not experienced enough with this reach and this gauge to be able to relate 'min' and 'max. A recent look at it with the water at 7.5' revealed what I would characterize as a moderately high level.

In general, visual inspection of the final drop (Swinging Bridge) should be best indicator of runnability.

Disclaimer: Be aware that indication of a 'runnable' level does not necessarily mean that the river is runnable. In winter, gauge readings may be 'ice affected'. Sections of the river may be impassable due to ice. Use discretion for winter and early spring runs.

BLACK R NR BESSEMER, MICH. [ MI ]

Current Conditions Stage Flow Updated 1.1 70 10/11 23:30 Station Graphs

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Level Legend:

Running

Below Minimum Recommended Flow

Above Maximum Recommended Flow

Unknown

Descriptions of reaches with River Name in bold have been verified by a regional StreamTeam member.

State	River Name/Section	Class	Level	Rel. Level	Updated
MI	Black— A) Cty 513 to Ramsay (Mill St) (6.7 miles)	I-II	70 cfs	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Black— B) 'Upper Black': Ramsey (Mill St) to above Gabbro Falls (Baker Falls) (2.2 miles)	II-III	70 cfs	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Black— C) 'Middle Black': Narrows Park to Conglomerate Falls (7.9 miles)	II-III+	70 cfs	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Black— D) 'Lower Black': Conglomerate Falls to Lake Superior (2.0-2.6 miles)	IV-V(V+)	70 cfs	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Presque Isle— A) Yondota Falls to Copps Mine Rd (1.5 miles)	IV(V)	1.10 ft *	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Presque Isle— B) Underwood Tower Rd to Steigers Bridge (7.3 miles)	II-IV	1.10 ft *	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Presque Isle— C) Steigers Bridge to South Boundary Road (8.4 miles)	III-V	1.10 ft *	low	10/11 23:30
MI	Presque Isle— D) 'Bottom Presque': South Boundary Rd to Lake Superior (1.1 miles)	IV-V	1.10 ft *	low	10/11 23:30

Station Description

AW Gauge ID:	5907
USGS Station:	04031000
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