Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
The intersection of Gwynnbrook Avenue and Owings Mills Boulevard is flooded.
9.5 ft
Gwynnbrook Avenue begins to flood. Water also approaches nearby railroad tracks.
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 6, 2011 | 8.67 ft | 1,760 cfs |
| Sep 28, 2015 | 8.27 ft | 1,690 cfs |
| Jul 22, 2018 | 8.21 ft | 1,670 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DELM2
River
Gwynns Falls
County
Baltimore, MD
Coordinates
39.4431°N, 76.7833°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gwynns Falls near Delight?
The Gwynns Falls near Delight gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01589197) 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 near Delight?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gwynns Falls near Delight is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gwynns Falls rises?
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Where is the Gwynns Falls near Delight gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baltimore County, Maryland at coordinates 39.4431°N, 76.7833°W. USGS site number: 01589197. 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.