Major Flood
407 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
405 ft
Minor Flood
403 ft
Action Stage
401 ft
What Floods at Each Level
407 ft
Major flood stage. Water gets onto North Gennesee Street between downtown Utica and the Thruway connector.
406 ft
Water gets onto Leland and Wurtz Avenues and reaches Canal Corp building. Part of Canal Corp parking lot is flooded.
405 ft
Moderate flood stage.
404 ft
Water overflows onto the wharf at the Utica Canal terminal. River Street in Oriskany is also flooded.
403 ft
Minor flood stage. Water reaches roads that cross the flats including River Street in Oriskany.
402 ft
Water is two feet from the top of the wall at the Canal terminal.
401 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 1907 | 411.11 ft | — |
| Mar 14, 1977 | 408.9 ft | — |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 408 ft | 8,350 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mohawk River at Utica?
The Mohawk River at Utica gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01342602) 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 Utica?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mohawk River at Utica is 403 feet. Action stage begins at 401 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 405 feet, and major flooding at 407 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mohawk River rises?
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Where is the Mohawk River at Utica gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oneida County, New York at coordinates 43.1086°N, 75.2222°W. USGS site number: 01342602. 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 U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage measured manually and reported by river observer. No automated gauge on-site.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.