Major Flood
13 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
York Road is flooded at Western Run near Cockeysville.
12 ft
Water completely covers the Western Run Road bridge over Western Run.
10 ft
Portions of Western Run Road and Thornton Mill Road are flooded.
8 ft
Pastureland near the gauge begins to flood. Water begins to cover Western Run Road.
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 | 26 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| Sep 7, 2011 | 13.26 ft | 9,890 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1979 | 13.22 ft | 8,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Western Run at Western Run?
The Western Run at Western Run gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01583500) 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 Western Run at Western Run?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Western Run at Western Run is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Western Run rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Western Run at Western Run 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 Western Run at Western Run gauge located?
The gauge is located in Baltimore County, Maryland at coordinates 39.5108°N, 76.6764°W. USGS site number: 01583500. 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.