Major Flood
26 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31.5 ft
FEMA flood insurance risk maps indicate that this level, as measured at the stream gage, marks the 100 year (1 percent) floodplain. Your property is at risk for flooding during a record flood event. A 100 yer flood is a flood that has a 1 percent chance of occurring in any year.
28.97 ft
This is the level from the June 2006 flood and is the record crest. State Route 97 flooded in many spots from Barryville to Minisink Ford. Most properties flood on the Pennsylvania side of the river along Masthope Plank Road.
26.4 ft
This is the major flood level from Hurricane Diane, which occurred on August 19, 1955.
24.8 ft
This represents the flood crest from April 2005. Parts of Route 97 flooded downstream of Minisink Ford. Backwater flooding affects the Lackawaxen River up to Route 590.
22.2 ft
This level represents the rapid snow melt and heavy rain event of January 20, 1996. Scenic Drive in Lackawaxen floods at this level.
17 ft
The river leaves its banks and floods the natural floodplain which is mostly agricultural.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2006 | 28.97 ft | 151,000 cfs |
| Aug 18, 1955 | 26.4 ft | 130,000 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 24.8 ft | 118,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRYN6
River
Delaware River
County
Sullivan, NY
Coordinates
41.5089°N, 74.9861°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Delaware River at Barryville?
The Delaware River at Barryville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01428500) 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 Delaware River at Barryville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Delaware River at Barryville is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Delaware River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Delaware River at Barryville 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 Delaware River at Barryville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Sullivan County, New York at coordinates 41.5089°N, 74.9861°W. USGS site number: 01428500. 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.