Major Flood
24 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
20 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Major flood stage. Flooding affects homes in the Town of Hurley and the Town of Saugerties.
22 ft
Moderate flood stage. Flooding affects about 25 homes on Orlando Street, Buckley Street and Sandy Lane.
20 ft
Flood stage. The Esopus Creek begins to spill over its banks.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2005 | 26.46 ft | 30,500 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 25.39 ft | 25,271 cfs |
| Apr 25, 1977 | 25.1 ft | 28,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Esopus Creek at Mount Marion?
The Esopus Creek at Mount Marion gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01364500) 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 Mount Marion?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Esopus Creek at Mount Marion is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 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 Mount Marion 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 Mount Marion gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ulster County, New York at coordinates 42.0378°N, 73.9725°W. USGS site number: 01364500. 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.