Major Flood
12 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Route 80 floods and is subject to closures.
17.5 ft
On and off ramps to Route 80 in Wayne flood.
16.5 ft
Wayne Towne Center and Willowbrook Mall buildings are inundated.
13.5 ft
Widespread flooding occurs in the Singac section of Little falls extending from the Passaic River to Main Street. Widespread roadway and parking lot flooding occurs across the Wayne Towne Center and Willowbrook Mall. Route 46 floods and is subject to closures. Flooding extends across Fairfield.
13 ft
Flooding increases and spreads across Lincoln Park between the Meadows Golf Club and the Pompton River. Flooding spreads across Fairfield in the vicinity of Big Piece Road. Horseneck Road in Fairfield becomes impassable.
12 ft
Willowbrook Boulevard begins to flood. The Route 46 ramp to access the Willowbrook Mall can flood as the Naachtpunkt Brook backs up.
11 ft
Little Falls Road in Fairfield floods. Flooding increases across the Singac section of Little Falls.
10 ft
Two Bridges Road in Fairfield begins to flood. Finns Drive, Siesta Drive, and Market street in Wayne are all susceptible to flooding. William Street, Louis Street, and Zeliff Avenue in Little Falls can begin to flood. Portions of Lincoln Park become impassable. The Meadows Golf Club in Lincoln Park floods.
9.5 ft
Camp Lane and Marginal Road in Fairfield begins to flood.
9 ft
Two Bridges Road in Fairfield is subject to closures.
8.5 ft
Portions of the Wayne Town Center parking lot begin to flood. Hobson Avenue and Riverlawn Drive in Wayne begin to flood. Fairfield Road, Fayette Avenue, and Riversedge Road in Wayne can flood as water backs up the Pompton River. Lincoln Boulevard in Lincoln Park can also flood due to backwater up the Pompton river. The Pequannock River Park also floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 20, 2023 | 12.44 ft | 10,440 cfs |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 11.95 ft | 9,675 cfs |
| Sep 3, 2021 | 11.45 ft | 8,900 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Passaic River at Singac?
The Passaic River at Singac gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01389010) 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 Passaic River at Singac?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Passaic River at Singac is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Passaic River rises?
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Where is the Passaic River at Singac gauge located?
The gauge is located in Passaic County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.8944°N, 74.2661°W. USGS site number: 01389010. 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
- Gauge reading affected by reservoir operations.