Major Flood
20 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.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water covers the bridge at Mount Ephraim Road.
11 ft
An Access Road near mount Ephraim Road begins to flood. Upstream, Peters Road also floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1972 | 22.1 ft | 32,200 cfs |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 14.55 ft | 13,500 cfs |
| Sep 11, 1971 | 14.33 ft | 13,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PMBM2
River
Bennett Creek
County
Frederick, MD
Coordinates
39.2942°N, 77.4072°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bennett Creek at Park Mills?
The Bennett Creek at Park Mills gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01643500) 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 Bennett Creek at Park Mills?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bennett Creek at Park Mills is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bennett Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bennett Creek at Park Mills 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 Bennett Creek at Park Mills gauge located?
The gauge is located in Frederick County, Maryland at coordinates 39.2942°N, 77.4072°W. USGS site number: 01643500. 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