St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW)
Maryland — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in St. Marys County, Maryland on the St. George Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SGSM2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
5 ft
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
3.5 ft
Action Stage
2.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Significant and widespread inundation is occurring along the lower Tidal Potomac and adjacent tidal tributaries. Numerous roads and structures are affected.
3.7 ft
Low spots along Palmer Road are flooded with at least a foot of water.
3.5 ft
Water covers roads on St. Georges Island, is in yards, and approaching structures. To the east, inundation is occurring at multiple marinas off St. Mary's River, Smith Creek, and Jutland Creek.
3 ft
Yards are flooded on Saint George Island, and water will begin covering the road leading to the island, especially if there is wave action.
2.7 ft
Water begins to go over a portion of the bulkhead near the Straits Point bridge, and also covers yards in the St Georges Creek and St Marys River areas.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2021 | 4.9 ft | — |
| Oct 28, 2021 | 4.9 ft | — |
| Sep 10, 2018 | 4.56 ft | — |
| Sep 10, 2018 | 4.56 ft | — |
| Oct 12, 2019 | 4.48 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SGSM2
River
St. George Creek
County
St. Marys, MD
Coordinates
38.1383°N, 76.5000°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW)?
The St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW) 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 St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW) is 3.5 feet. Action stage begins at 2.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 5 feet.
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Where is the St. George Creek at Straits Point (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in St. Marys County, Maryland at coordinates 38.1383°N, 76.5000°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: St Marys County Government
- Gauge readings inaccurate - awaiting repair.
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