Major Flood
20 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Laurel-Fort Meade Road is covered by water.
14 ft
Maryland State Route 198 (Laurel-Fort Meade Road) begins to flood. Water also begins to encroach on the Tipton Airport property.
10 ft
Riverside trails begin to flood. Water also approaches fields off Bald Eagle Drive, and approach Brock Bridge 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1972 | 25.4 ft | 35,400 cfs |
| Jun 25, 2006 | 18.74 ft | 16,400 cfs |
| Jul 31, 2016 | 18.52 ft | 15,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SAVM2
River
Little Patuxent River
County
Howard, MD
Coordinates
39.1344°N, 76.8161°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Patuxent River near Savage?
The Little Patuxent River near Savage gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01594000) 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 Little Patuxent River near Savage?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Patuxent River near Savage is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Patuxent River rises?
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Where is the Little Patuxent River near Savage gauge located?
The gauge is located in Howard County, Maryland at coordinates 39.1344°N, 76.8161°W. USGS site number: 01594000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.