Major Flood
5 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
4.5 ft
Minor Flood
4 ft
Action Stage
3.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
5 ft
Major flood, widespread residential and commercial flooding along the river in Jamestown and Falconer.
4.5 ft
Moderate flood, flooding of low lying areas close to the river in Jamestown and Falconer. Residential damages begin.
4 ft
Flood stage, flooding and limited damages begin along the river near Dow Street.
3.5 ft
Action stage, minor flooding to adjacent fields. Little or no damage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 1979 | 4.93 ft | 2,250 cfs |
| Jul 16, 2021 | 4.82 ft | 2,400 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1976 | 4.67 ft | 2,070 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FLCN6
River
Chadakoin River
County
Chautauqua, NY
Coordinates
42.1125°N, 79.2042°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chadakoin River at Falconer?
The Chadakoin River at Falconer gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03014500) 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 Chadakoin River at Falconer?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chadakoin River at Falconer is 4 feet. Action stage begins at 3.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.5 feet, and major flooding at 5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chadakoin River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Chadakoin River at Falconer to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Chadakoin River at Falconer gauge located?
The gauge is located in Chautauqua County, New York at coordinates 42.1125°N, 79.2042°W. USGS site number: 03014500. 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
- Impact statements listed below may not be representative during times of ice jam flooding.
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.