Ramapo River at Pompton Lakes Dam
New Jersey — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Passaic County, New Jersey on the Ramapo River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01387998, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Action Stage
11.5 ft
2,049 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2005 | 15.6 ft | — |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 15.6 ft | — |
| Apr 4, 1984 | 15.33 ft | 15,369 cfs |
| Apr 4, 1984 | 15.33 ft | 15,369 cfs |
| Sep 16, 1999 | 14.9 ft | 14,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ramapo River at Pompton Lakes Dam?
The Ramapo River at Pompton Lakes Dam gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01387998) 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 Ramapo River at Pompton Lakes Dam?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Ramapo River rises?
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Where is the Ramapo River at Pompton Lakes Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Passaic County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.9925°N, 74.2789°W. USGS site number: 01387998. 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