RIVER GAUGE · SARANAC RIVER
Saranac River at Plattsburgh
Clinton County, New York
Water level3.16 ft
Flow426 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:30 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action8 ft
Minor flood9 ft
Moderate flood10 ft
Major flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Water levels equal the November 1996 flooding. Underwood Trailer Park is protected by the levee, but it should be monitored for weakening. Flooding of lowlands occurs in Morrisonville east of Mason Street.
- 9 ft
Underwood Trailer Park protected by levee if drain plugs are in. Levee should be monitored for weakening.
- 8 ft
The Saranac River is at bankfull. The river is near the drainage holes in the levee at Underwood Trailer Park. No damage at this stage, but plugs should be placed in levee at Underwood Trailer Park to prevent water from entering.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 7, 1928 | 12.8 ft | 11,500 cfs |
| Nov 8, 1996 | 12.11 ft | 14,400 cfs |
| May 11, 1943 | 10.9 ft | 11,600 cfs |
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