Ellicott Creek below Williamsville
Erie County, New York
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Major flood, widespread residential flooding. In Amherst, North Forest to Hopkins, Maple to French including Getzville. In Williamsville, Lehn Springs Drive. In Tonawanda, Ellicott Creek Road to Interstate 290, Colvin to Niagara Falls Blvd. In Cheektowaga and Lancaster, Aero Drive area, Bowmansville Fire Station area. UB bike path flooded.
- 10 ft
Moderate flood, extensive flooding in Ellicott Creek Park and minor flooding in surrounding neighborhoods in Tonawanda. UB bike path flooded and closed. Aero Drive, Holtz to Transit Roads in Cheektowaga closed. Flooding around Bowmansville Fire Hall. Areas east of North Forest from Maple to French Roads subject to sewer backups.
- 8 ft
Flood stage, some flooding begins along Aero Drive from Holtz to Transit Roads in Cheektowaga. Also some flooding along the flood control project area in Amherst such as the bike path and golf course. Minor flooding in Ellicott Creek Park. Little or no overall damage.
- 6 ft
Action stage, high flows. No flooding.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 1960 | 11.59 ft | 4,860 cfs |
| Feb 24, 1985 | 11.19 ft | 3,640 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2008 | 10.35 ft | 3,500 cfs |
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