Battenkill below Mill at Battenville
New York — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Washington County, New York on the Battenkill. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01329490, 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
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Mills and homes in Greenwich are inundated with heavy losses.
16 ft
Major flood stage.
15 ft
Water reaches Route 29 near Middle Falls, 3 homes in Center Falls, Greenwich and several homes between Battenville and East Greenwich.
14 ft
Moderate flood stage.
13 ft
The river floods Route 29 near Greenwich.
12 ft
Flood stage.
11 ft
Water overflows onto nearby farm lands and damages crops.
10 ft
The river is near bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 1927 | 17.7 ft | 21,300 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1927 | 17.7 ft | 21,300 cfs |
| Dec 30, 1948 | 15.88 ft | 18,000 cfs |
| Dec 30, 1948 | 15.88 ft | 18,000 cfs |
| Sep 21, 1938 | 14.82 ft | 16,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Battenkill below Mill at Battenville?
The Battenkill below Mill at Battenville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01329490) 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 Battenkill below Mill at Battenville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Battenkill below Mill at Battenville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Battenkill rises?
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Where is the Battenkill below Mill at Battenville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, New York at coordinates 43.1086°N, 73.4222°W. USGS site number: 01329490. 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 may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.