Major Flood
716.9 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
716 ft
Minor Flood
715 ft
Action Stage
714.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
716.9 ft
Major flooding. Represents floods of record reached in 1936, 1940, and 1972.
716 ft
Moderate flooding begins. City of Auburn pumping station floor elevation reached.
715 ft
Lake level flood stage. Minor flooding begins along west side of lake in Fleming and along the southeast corner in Indian Cove. Poplar Cove Road is threatened.
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 25, 1936 | 716.91 ft | — |
| Apr 8, 1940 | 716.91 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 1972 | 716.88 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Owasco Lake near Auburn?
The Owasco Lake near Auburn gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04235396) 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 Owasco Lake near Auburn?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Owasco Lake near Auburn is 715 feet. Action stage begins at 714.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 716 feet, and major flooding at 716.9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Owasco Lake rises?
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Where is the Owasco Lake near Auburn gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cayuga County, New York at coordinates 42.8989°N, 76.5381°W. USGS site number: 04235396. 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.