Minor Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CHLM2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Green Meadows Park Building starts to flood. Extensive flooding is likely happening throughout Green Meadows Park and along parts of Sligo Creek Trail. An unlisted berm/leeve protects Sligo Parkway from flooding at this level.
8 ft
Low parts of Green Meadows Park start to flood. Parts of Sligo Creek Trail maybe experiencing flooding as well.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
CHLM2
River
Sligo Creek
County
Prince Georges, MD
Coordinates
38.9712°N, 76.9803°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd.?
The Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd. gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd.?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd. is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Sligo Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd. 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 Sligo Creek near Chillum / Riggs Rd. gauge located?
The gauge is located in Prince Georges County, Maryland at coordinates 38.9712°N, 76.9803°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Stage may be affected by ice.