River WI MI

West Branch Sturgeon River

Wisconsin • 46.1426, -88.7351

Hydrography profile Updated Dec 26, 2025

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

Length

53 mi

85 km

Elevation

1,421′ → 772′

649 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.23%

12.2 ft/mi

Drainage

103 mi²

267 km²

Avg Flow

85 cfs

1.0 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

1,978 mi

3,183 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Access Sites on West Branch Sturgeon River

There are 4 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on West Branch Sturgeon River.