Major Flood
18 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Boiceville business district underwater.
21 ft
Water reaches Route 28.
18 ft
Water reaches mobile home park in Phoenicia. Roads and bridges washed out.
16 ft
Water reaches roads.
11 ft
Flood stage. Water begins to overflow banks above Ashokan Reservoir with little damage.
10 ft
The river is about a foot below bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2011 | 23.34 ft | 75,856 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1980 | 21.94 ft | 65,300 cfs |
| Mar 29, 1951 | 20.7 ft | 59,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Esopus Creek at Cold Brook?
The Esopus Creek at Cold Brook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01362500) 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 Esopus Creek at Cold Brook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Esopus Creek at Cold Brook is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Esopus Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Esopus Creek at Cold Brook 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 Esopus Creek at Cold Brook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ulster County, New York at coordinates 42.0145°N, 74.2702°W. USGS site number: 01362500. 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.