Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Several feet of water is in buildings off Sparks Road, with numerous roads flooded in the area.
10.5 ft
Portions of the NC RR Trail begin to flood near Glencoe.
10 ft
Water enters buildings off Sparks Road, and portions of Home Road begin to flood.
9 ft
Sparks Road begins to flood.
7 ft
Portions of Upper Glencoe Road and Lower Glencoe Road begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2011 | 16.5 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1979 | 15.3 ft | 6,110 cfs |
| Jul 25, 2018 | 14.56 ft | 6,670 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GCEM2
River
Gunpowder Falls
County
Baltimore, MD
Coordinates
39.5497°N, 76.6361°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gunpowder Falls at Glencoe?
The Gunpowder Falls at Glencoe gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01582500) 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 Gunpowder Falls at Glencoe?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gunpowder Falls at Glencoe is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gunpowder Falls rises?
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Where is the Gunpowder Falls at Glencoe gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baltimore County, Maryland at coordinates 39.5497°N, 76.6361°W. USGS site number: 01582500. 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.