Michigan · Unknown Co.

Detroit River

· 88 mi · Class
Optimal: 103700–311100 CFS · USGS #04165710
207,421 avg
216,000CFS
573.73 ft gauge height
Optimal
↓Falling fast (-6,000 cfs/hr)(+4,000 in 3h)
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 207,421 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #04165710
Designated Water Trail · Private

The Detroit Heritage River Water Trail is one of Michigan’s most dynamic and diverse water trails, traveling past the urban areas of downtown Detroit and the serene areas of the International Wildlife Refuge. The water trail is organized into four distinct paddling segments. (www.michiganwatertrails.org) For More Information Visit: Michigan Water Trails

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