Major Flood
22 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.5 ft
Route 532 at the Canal bridge in Upper Makefield Township is impassable.
16.5 ft
Flooding begins on Lower River Drive in Washington Crossing State Park. Flooding also occurs on Upper Drive near House #1 in the Titusville section of Hopewell Township.
16 ft
River Road, between Mt. Eyre Road and Gilbert Street, in Upper Makefield Township begins to flood. First floor homes in the area take on water.
14 ft
Intersection of River Road and overlook in Upper Makefield Township begins to flood.
12 ft
Low points on the Pennsylvania Route 32 begin to flood.
11.5 ft
The intersection of River Road and Jonathan Way just south of the canal in Upper Makefield Township begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1955 | 27.77 ft | — |
| Oct 10, 1903 | 25.9 ft | — |
| Apr 4, 2005 | 23.1 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Delaware River at Washington Crossing?
The Delaware River at Washington Crossing gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01462500) 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 Delaware River at Washington Crossing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Delaware River at Washington Crossing is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Delaware River rises?
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Where is the Delaware River at Washington Crossing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mercer County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.2944°N, 74.8694°W. USGS site number: 01462500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Delaware Joint Toll Bridge Comm., Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey