One common factor has likely played a role in water levels plunging in the Detroit River and Lake Erie this fall, along with the running aground of two freighters in Detroit in November: wind. U.S.
Lake Erie water levels peaked in May and are projected to be 9-11 inches lower than 2024 levels. May's water levels were near the long-term average, ranging from 174.38 to 174.49 meters. Levels are ...