Major Flood
19 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major flood stage.
17 ft
Water reaches moderate flood stage inundating East River Road in several spots. Water also floods Old Bend Road in the Town of Moreau.
14 ft
Water reaches minor flood stage and overflows into low lying areas.
8.5 ft
The river is at action stage.
8 ft
The river is about half bankfull and flow from Sacandaga Lake is usually shut off to prevent flooding downstream.
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 26, 1913 | 23 ft | 46,000 cfs |
| Apr 28, 2011 | 21.32 ft | 43,100 cfs |
| Dec 31, 1948 | 21.21 ft | 42,700 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hudson River at Hadley?
The Hudson River at Hadley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01318500) 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 Hudson River at Hadley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hudson River at Hadley is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hudson River rises?
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Where is the Hudson River at Hadley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Saratoga County, New York at coordinates 43.3189°N, 73.8447°W. USGS site number: 01318500. 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.