Moderate 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.
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
The parking lot of a car dealership in Laurel begins to flood.
10.5 ft
The MARC commuter lot near Laurel begins to flood.
10 ft
Laurel Race Track Road begins to flood.
9.5 ft
Water overflows the banks into nearby park land.
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 ft | 26,000 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 19.84 ft | 17,000 cfs |
| Jul 20, 1956 | 18.9 ft | 11,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LPRM2
River
Patuxent River
County
Prince Georges, MD
Coordinates
39.1158°N, 76.8739°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel?
The Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01592500) 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 Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Patuxent River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel 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 Patuxent River below Duckett Dam near Laurel gauge located?
The gauge is located in Prince Georges County, Maryland at coordinates 39.1158°N, 76.8739°W. USGS site number: 01592500. 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
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.
- Stage may be affected by ice.