Major Flood
15 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Major flooding is ongoing with numerous structures and roads flooded.
13 ft
Water approaches structures near Nova Scotia Road.
11 ft
A large portion of Nova Scotia Road is flooded by more than two feet of water. Downstream, water approaches the shoulders of Route 543.
9 ft
Nova Scotia Road is flooded in multiple spots near James Run.
8 ft
Overbank flooding begins to approach Nova Scotia Road.
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 30, 2018 | 11.11 ft | 9,160 cfs |
| Jun 3, 2021 | 8.61 ft | 3,810 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2021 | 8.37 ft | 3,450 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of James Run near Belcamp?
The James Run near Belcamp gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01581649) 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 James Run near Belcamp?
The NWS-defined flood stage for James Run near Belcamp is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when James Run rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add James Run near Belcamp 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 James Run near Belcamp gauge located?
The gauge is located in Harford County, Maryland at coordinates 39.4922°N, 76.2592°W. USGS site number: 01581649. 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.