RIVER GAUGE · SWAN CREEK
Swan Creek at Swan Creek
Harford County, Maryland
Water level2.79 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action12 ft
Minor flood14 ft
Moderate flood18 ft
Major flood20 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 20 ft
Robinhood Road and Post Road begin to flood, with several other roads also flooded. Homes are flooded in the area.
- 18 ft
Oak Street begins to flood. Water is in nearby homes, and completely covers the US 40 bridge.
- 15.5 ft
Water begins to approach homes on Van Street.
- 14 ft
Water begins to cover a portion of US Highway 40.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2014 | 11.62 ft | 3,360 cfs |
| Sep 23, 2021 | 10 ft | 2,620 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 9.12 ft | — |
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