Major Flood
18 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11.5 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Maryland State Route 223 begins to flood.
15 ft
Water approaches homes near the creek east of Fort Washington.
11.5 ft
Portions of Livingston Road and Windbrook Drive near the creek are flooded.
10 ft
Overbank flooding is occurring but no impacts to property are observed.
7.5 ft
The banks of the stream begin to overflow but 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2020 | 15.42 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Aug 11, 2014 | 13.15 ft | 8,130 cfs |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 12.27 ft | 13,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PSCM2
River
Piscataway Creek
County
Prince Georges, MD
Coordinates
38.7058°N, 76.9661°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Piscataway Creek at Piscataway?
The Piscataway Creek at Piscataway gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01653600) 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 Piscataway Creek at Piscataway?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Piscataway Creek at Piscataway is 11.5 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Piscataway Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Piscataway Creek at Piscataway 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 Piscataway Creek at Piscataway gauge located?
The gauge is located in Prince Georges County, Maryland at coordinates 38.7058°N, 76.9661°W. USGS site number: 01653600. 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 during winter months.