Major Flood
22 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
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Water covers the railroad bridge near the end of Brunswick Street, along with a portion of the Carroll Park Golf Course and much of the Gwynns Falls Trail.
20 ft
Both banks of the stream are overflowed.
13 ft
Water covers the bike path alongside the stream, and approaches the end of Berlin Street.
11 ft
A portion of Gwynns Falls Park begins 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 1999 | 20.03 ft | 23,900 cfs |
| Jul 22, 2018 | 18.3 ft | 19,225 cfs |
| Jul 6, 2004 | 17.97 ft | 18,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WBGM2
River
Gwynns Falls
County
Baltimore City, MD
Coordinates
39.2719°N, 76.6497°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gwynns Falls at Washington Blvd in Baltimore?
The Gwynns Falls at Washington Blvd in Baltimore gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01589352) 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 Gwynns Falls at Washington Blvd in Baltimore?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gwynns Falls at Washington Blvd in Baltimore is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gwynns Falls rises?
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Where is the Gwynns Falls at Washington Blvd in Baltimore gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baltimore City County, Maryland at coordinates 39.2719°N, 76.6497°W. USGS site number: 01589352. 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