Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale
Maryland — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Baltimore County, Maryland on the Scotts Level Branch. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01589290, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
10 ft
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Rolling Road floods and Twin Lakes Drive is also flooded. Water may be in several nearby homes.
9 ft
Water covers a significant number of yards near the stream.
7 ft
Water enters backyards of homes near the stream.
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 30, 2016 | 7.83 ft | 2,440 cfs |
| Jul 30, 2016 | 7.83 ft | 2,440 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2011 | 7.62 ft | 2,370 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2011 | 7.62 ft | 2,370 cfs |
| Apr 29, 2014 | 6.17 ft | 1,640 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SLRM2
River
Scotts Level Branch
County
Baltimore, MD
Coordinates
39.3617°N, 76.7617°W
Get Flood Alerts for Scotts Level Branch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale?
The Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01589290) 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 Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Scotts Level Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Scotts Level Branch at Rockdale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baltimore County, Maryland at coordinates 39.3617°N, 76.7617°W. USGS site number: 01589290. 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