Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Water reaches the top of the arch of the Old Burnside Bridge at Antietam National Battlefield and the treeline near Old Burnside Bridge. Water also approaches the parking lot of the Pry House Medical Museum.
12 ft
Water approaches outbuildings off Harpers Ferry Road near Sharpsburg. Significant flooding of low-lying fields near the creek is occurring.
10 ft
Land near the creek through Antietam National Battlefield is flooded. The lower portion of a driveway adjoining the creek near Route 34 is flooded. Floodwaters approach at least one home on the left bank near Route 34.
9 ft
Water approaches the lowest corner of the Old Burnside Bridge. Burnside Bridge Road and Manor Church Road are flooded and closed, and trails alongside the creek in Antietam Battlefield are flooded.
8 ft
A low spot on Burnside Bridge Road, on the south end of Antietam National Battlefield, begins to flood. Flooding on the battlefield along the creek is also occurring, flooding some creekside trails and nearby land. A few small monuments near Burnside Bridge become surrounded by water. Fields off Branch Avenue in Sharpsburg begin to flood.
7 ft
Water begins to overflow the banks on both sides in Antietam National Battlefield. Water approaches the low spot on Burnside Bridge Road on the far southern end of the battlefield.
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 19, 1956 | 16.73 ft | 12,600 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 14.71 ft | 10,100 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 14.3 ft | 9,880 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SACM2
River
Antietam Creek
County
Washington, MD
Coordinates
39.4497°N, 77.7303°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Antietam Creek near Sharpsburg?
The Antietam Creek near Sharpsburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01619500) 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 Antietam Creek near Sharpsburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Antietam Creek near Sharpsburg is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Antietam Creek rises?
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Where is the Antietam Creek near Sharpsburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Maryland at coordinates 39.4497°N, 77.7303°W. USGS site number: 01619500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.