Action Stage
3.5 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
4.5 ft
An access road connecting Lot 7 and Lot 8 in the RFK Stadium parking area floods. Water also approaches Anacostia Drive near I-695.
4 ft
Water begins to cover portions of the 11th hole at Langston Colf Course on Kingman Island. Minor overbank flooding is occurring elsewhere along the river, including near Boathouse Row.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2017 | 5.07 ft | — |
| Sep 29, 2015 | 4.45 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ANAD2
River
Anacostia River
County
District of Columbia, DC
Coordinates
38.9144°N, 76.9503°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Anacostia River at Washington Aquatic Gardens?
The Anacostia River at Washington Aquatic Gardens gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01651750) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Anacostia River at Washington Aquatic Gardens?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Anacostia River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Anacostia River at Washington Aquatic Gardens to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Anacostia River at Washington Aquatic Gardens gauge located?
The gauge is located in District of Columbia County, District Of Columbia at coordinates 38.9144°N, 76.9503°W. USGS site number: 01651750. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading affected by tides.
- Stage may be affected by ice.