Major Flood
22 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Major flood stage.
21 ft
Moderate flood stage.
20 ft
Minor flood stage.
17.5 ft
The river is bankfull at Schenectady.
17 ft
Action stage.
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 5, 1964 | 23.15 ft | 143,000 cfs |
| Mar 27, 1914 | 22.7 ft | 140,000 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1996 | 22.68 ft | 132,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mohawk River at Cohoes?
The Mohawk River at Cohoes gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01357500) 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 Mohawk River at Cohoes?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mohawk River at Cohoes is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mohawk River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mohawk River at Cohoes 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 Mohawk River at Cohoes gauge located?
The gauge is located in Albany County, New York at coordinates 42.7853°N, 73.7081°W. USGS site number: 01357500. 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 affected by power generation.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.