Major Flood
17 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Water covers the bridge on Zeigler Road.
17 ft
Water approaches the intersection of Swain Hollow Road and Harry Norris Road.
13 ft
Water approaches the westbound lanes of Interstate 68 just west of the creek.
7.5 ft
Lowlands near the creek begin to flood. A low spot on Allegany Line Road may also be flooded.
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 | 12.44 ft | 14,200 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2004 | 11.78 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| May 14, 2025 | 10.24 ft | 8,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BELM2
River
Sideling Hill Creek
County
Washington, MD
Coordinates
39.6494°N, 78.3442°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove?
The Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01610155) 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 Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sideling Hill Creek rises?
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Where is the Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Maryland at coordinates 39.6494°N, 78.3442°W. USGS site number: 01610155. 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.