Major Flood
25 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Floodwaters cover the Route 17 bridge over Catoctin Creek.
20 ft
Water approaches Route 17 well south of Middletown.
15 ft
Agricultural flooding begins south of Middletown.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
Low-Water Impacts
5 ft
Stage needed to inundate designated Gulf Sturgeon critical habitat below Jim Woodruff Lock and Dam.
3 ft
Temporary (not sustainable) operating level for of Scholz Power Plant
What happens as water levels drop, per the National Weather Service.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1976 | 14.13 ft | 12,000 cfs |
| Jun 26, 2006 | 12.31 ft | 9,340 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 12.28 ft | 9,390 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MDLM2
River
Catoctin Creek
County
Frederick, MD
Coordinates
39.4272°N, 77.5561°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Catoctin Creek Near Middletown?
The Catoctin Creek Near Middletown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01637500) 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 Catoctin Creek Near Middletown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Catoctin Creek Near Middletown is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Catoctin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Catoctin Creek Near Middletown 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 Catoctin Creek Near Middletown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Frederick County, Maryland at coordinates 39.4272°N, 77.5561°W. USGS site number: 01637500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS--Water Resources of the United States