New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW)
New York — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in New York County, New York on the New York Harbor. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BATN6). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
9.4 ft
Moderate Flood
8.3 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14.2 ft
Level reached during Superstorm Sandy. Three to four feet of inundation along Avenue C in Manhattan. Several feet of inundation along 1st Avenue and on the FDR/Harlem River Drive for much of it's length. Three to five feet of inundation along the West Side Drive, Battery Park, and FDR Drive with flooding extending several blocks inland. Several feet of inundation into Battery Park underpass at Battery tunnel and South Street Seaport.Red Hook and Hunter's Point experience 3 to 6 feet of inundation.
9.7 ft
Inundation of three to four feet on water on the FDR drive occurs and portions of the West Side highway close. Flooding of parking lots and passenger waiting areas near ferry terminal. Inundation of the Belt Parkway closes parts of the road and flooding of several major roads near JFK Airport. Flood water inundates Neptune Avenue in Coney Island.
9.5 ft
Red Hook, Brooklyn, along portions of the Gowanus Bay/Canal becomes inundated by one to three feet of water approximately 100 yards inland. Inundataion occurs along the promenade in Battery Park City with one to two feet of water and at the marina in front of Marcatile exchange.The FDR Drive closes in both directions at Houston Street, and approximately one foot of inundation at South Street Seaport.The southbound side of the Henry Hudson Drive becomes inundated with three feet of water.
8.5 ft
Water reaches, covers, and washes over the Battery Park seawall and reaches the Battery Tide gague house. Flooding begins on the Boardwalk, covering it by nearly one foot.
7.7 ft
Inundation on the East Shore of Staten Island in the Midland Beach area near Hempstead Avenue
7.5 ft
Near the South Street Seaport along the East River, water spills over the lower walkway near Maiden Lane and South Street.
6.8 ft
Inundation on Staten Island in the Fresh Kills area near Travis Avenue and Victory Boulevard.
6.7 ft
Major flooding of one to three feet on the FDR Drive in several spots enhanced due to heavy rain.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2012 | 13.88 ft | — |
| Oct 28, 2012 | 13.88 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 1960 | 10.02 ft | — |
| Sep 11, 1960 | 10.02 ft | — |
| Dec 10, 1992 | 9.7 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BATN6
River
New York Harbor
County
New York, NY
Coordinates
40.7006°N, 74.0142°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW)?
The New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW) 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 New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW) is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.3 feet, and major flooding at 9.4 feet.
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Where is the New York Harbor at The Battery (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in New York County, New York at coordinates 40.7006°N, 74.0142°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NOAA National Ocean Service
- <head> <style type="text/css"> .style1 { background-color: #FFFF00; } </style> </head> Tide Forecasts are a total water level forecast referenced to mean lower low water. Please refer to<span class="style1"> </span><a href="http://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&product=CFW&issuedby=OKX"><span class="style1">Coastal Flood Advisories and Warnings</span> </a>for official water level forecasts during periods of coastal flooding. During tropical cyclones, please refer<a href="https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=OKX&product=TCV&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1"><span class="style1"> here</span></a> for additional storm surge information. Click<span class="style1"> </span> <a href="https://www.weather.gov/images/okx/coastalflood/Coastal%2520Flood%2520Threshold%2520Definitions.png"> <span class="style1">here for Flood Category definitions</span></a>.