4/15/2026

FLOOD WARNINGS expected to expire today for the Montreal River, and the Flood Watch for the U.P. is set to expire today.  A break in the rain today but more rain is in the forecast Friday into Saturday where we could see another inch of rainfall on the Gogebic Range.  However, with most of the snow now gone and a chance for water levels to recede over the next few days the flooding impact should be less extreme heading into the weekend. 

4/14/2026

GOGEBIC COUNTY - FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT is in effect for the Montreal River.  The City of Ironwood and Iron County (WI) Highway Department have closed the DuPont Bridge and Norrie Park Road (from Lime St to Norrie Park) due to high water levels.  The city expects the road to open in a few days once water levels drop back down.  Stagecoach Road (Marenisco Twp) between East Shore Road and US-2 is closed due to a washed-out culvert and Pump Station Road (Ironwood Twp) between Airport Road and Piilola Road is closed due to a washed-out culvert.  A Flood Advisory is in effect for the Black River near Bessemer.  River levels are currently at 10 feet which is near flood stage for the river. 

4/14/2026

WAKEFIELD - Several Upper Peninsula counties, including Gogebic County, are currently experiencing spring flooding that is impacting local infrastructure. In Wakefield, the city's sewer collection system is overwhelmed. While an overflow at a cemetery has been resolved, officials are still addressing the discharge from the Main Lift Station. This discharge is entering the city’s stormwater system, which flows into Planter Creek. Wakefield officials confirm that the appropriate regulatory agencies have been notified. The duration and total volume discharged are still being evaluated. Residents may notice increased utility activity in the areas while response operations continue.