Major Flood
14 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
The levee system on Wills Creek protects the city of Cumberland from flooding to approximately this level.
22 ft
Significant portions of Maryland Route 36 at Motor City and National Highway in The Narrows are flooded, along with many homes and businesses in Motor City and Locust Grove.
18 ft
Portions of the Western Maryland Railroad in The Narrows are underwater. Numerous homes and businesses in Motor City and Locust Grove are flooded.
14 ft
Several businesses at Motor City and outside the levee protection north of Cumberland are flooded, along with at least a couple homes in Locust Grove. Water approaches low spots on Route 36, possibly affecting one lane.
12 ft
Water reaches businesses in Motor City along route 36, and begins to approach homes in Locust Grove. Water may be approaching the lowest sections of the railroad tracks on the left bank. The tracks on the right bank will not be affected.
11 ft
Water approaches businesses at Motor City. Vehicles must be moved to higher ground.
10 ft
Water reaches a private bridge near Corriganville, and a car wash at Motor City. Water also reaches the parking lots of businesses along route 36 at Motor City. Vehicles may need to be moved to higher ground.
9 ft
The creek floods over its banks but no property is affected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 1996 | 23.11 ft | 45,900 cfs |
| Mar 16, 1936 | 20.2 ft | 38,100 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1942 | 15.14 ft | 23,300 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wills Creek near Cumberland?
The Wills Creek near Cumberland gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01601500) 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 Wills Creek near Cumberland?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wills Creek near Cumberland is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wills Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wills Creek near Cumberland 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 Wills Creek near Cumberland gauge located?
The gauge is located in Allegany County, Maryland at coordinates 39.6697°N, 78.7881°W. USGS site number: 01601500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: Wills Creek below Hyndman
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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.