Oatka Creek at Garbutt
Monroe County, New York
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 8 ft
Major flood, extensive residential flooding along creek. Major damages in Mumford, Wheatland, Scottsville, and Garbutt. Roadways closed. Widespread agricultural flooding near the creek in Monroe and Genesee counties. Probable backwater effects from Genesee River.
- 7 ft
Moderate flood, widespread flooding of agricultural lands below LeRoy. Significant residential flooding along creek, especially in Mumford, Wheatland, and Scottsville. Roadway flooding begins. Some backwater effects possible from Genesee River near Scottsville.
- 6 ft
Flood stage, general flooding of agricultural land begins, some basement flooding in Scottsville and Garbutt.
- 5 ft
Action stage, some minor overflow into agricultural lands near confluence with Genesee River. No damages.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 30, 1960 | 8.64 ft | 7,050 cfs |
| Jan 8, 1998 | 8.57 ft | 6,160 cfs |
| Mar 28, 1950 | 8.52 ft | 6,080 cfs |
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