Cattaraugus Creek at Gowanda
Erie County, New York
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 14 ft
Major flood, extreme residential and commercial flooding downstream from Gowanda. Also some flooding 1 to 2 miles upstream. Serious flooding possible near Thatcher Brook in Gowanda and Sunset Bay near Lake Erie.
- 12 ft
Moderate flood, residential flooding begins downstream of Gowanda, especially on the right bank. Flooding also possible at Sunset Bay on Lake Erie and along Thatcher Brook in Gowanda.
- 10 ft
Flood stage, flooding along right bank a half mile to a mile downstream from Gowanda, mostly in industrial and commercial areas. Watch for developing problems along Thatcher Creek in Gowanda and at Sunset Bay at the mouth near Lake Erie.
- 8 ft
Action stage, water begins to spill over right bank near the sewage disposal plant, about 1 mile downstream from Gowanda.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 1956 | 14.14 ft | 35,000 cfs |
| Sep 13, 1979 | 13.99 ft | 26,700 cfs |
| Mar 16, 1942 | 13.62 ft | 32,600 cfs |
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