RIVER GAUGE · BLACK RIVER
Black River at Boonville
Oneida County, New York
Water level4.19 ft
Flow306 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action8 ft
Minor flood10 ft
Moderate flood11 ft
Major flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Major flood, widespread flooding of commercial, industrial, and residential areas throughout the Black River Valley.
- 11 ft
Moderate flood, widespread farmland flooding and road closures all along the river. Some residential flooding in portions of Carthage and Castorland.
- 10 ft
Flood stage, widespread farmland flooding in the Flats area. Several roads may be closed in Glenfield, Martinsburg, and Lowville.
- 8 ft
Action stage, minor agricultural lowland flooding begins downstream in the Flats area. East Martinsburg Road may be closed.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 1913 | 12.5 ft | 12,400 cfs |
| Dec 29, 1984 | 11.41 ft | 12,800 cfs |
| Apr 17, 1982 | 11.31 ft | 12,800 cfs |
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