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
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Water completely covers the bridge on Pomfret Road.
10 ft
Bumpy Oak Road and the Indian Head Rail Trail bridge both are flooded.
8 ft
Pomfret Road is flooded and closed.
7 ft
Pomfret Road begins to flood.
4 ft
Water begins to overflow the banks into swampy areas nearby. No impacts are observed.
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 8, 2011 | 7.98 ft | 2,400 cfs |
| May 11, 2008 | 7.86 ft | 2,240 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 7.72 ft | 1,968 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
POMM2
River
Mattawoman Creek
County
Charles, MD
Coordinates
38.5961°N, 77.0561°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey?
The Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01658000) 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 Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mattawoman Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey 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 Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey gauge located?
The gauge is located in Charles County, Maryland at coordinates 38.5961°N, 77.0561°W. USGS site number: 01658000. 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.