Major Flood
24 ft
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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
19 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Major flood, Rochester flood walls topped. Major and extensive flooding with damages in residential and commercial areas south of downtown and south suburbs. Evacuations possible. Flow = 55000 cfs.
23 ft
Canal locks topped at 23 feet
19 ft
Moderate flood, more widespread flooding southern suburbs. Areas above upper falls start to flood, including Bausch and Lomb and Barnard Simmons Plants. Flow 33000 cfs.
15 ft
Flood stage, minor flood, some residential flooding begins in southern suburbs, mile 12-18 in Henrietta and Chili. Flow 20000 cfs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 1865 | 24.5 ft | 54,000 cfs |
| Mar 30, 1916 | 23 ft | 48,300 cfs |
| Apr 3, 1896 | 20.2 ft | 36,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RHRN6
River
Genesee River
County
Monroe, NY
Coordinates
43.1806°N, 77.6278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Genesee River at Rochester?
The Genesee River at Rochester gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Genesee River at Rochester?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Genesee River at Rochester is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Genesee River rises?
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Where is the Genesee River at Rochester gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, New York at coordinates 43.1806°N, 77.6278°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of RG&E
- Gauge readings received once daily during low-water and more frequently during high water.
- Gauge readings are temporarily unavailable.