Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flooding, widespread residential and commercial flooding on Prospect, North, Water, Main, Exchange, and Washington Streets. Residential flooding on Dunbar Road south of the village.
10 ft
Moderate flood, extensive flooding on Prospect Street impacting the water treatment plant. Some residential flooding on Water and North Streets and the south end of Exchange Street in Attica village.
8 ft
Flood stage, flooding begins on Prospect Street north of the bridge which may impact a commercial plaza there. Flooding on the Attica rodeo grounds and youth athletic field on Exchange Street.
6 ft
Action stage, high flows. Minor impact possible on some rural roads along the creek from Attica northward to Alexander.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 7, 1998 | 12.7 ft | 9,400 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 12 ft | 6,000 cfs |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 10.2 ft | 6,429 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ATTN6
River
Tonawanda Creek
County
Wyoming, NY
Coordinates
42.8647°N, 78.2834°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tonawanda Creek at Attica?
The Tonawanda Creek at Attica gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04216418) 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 Tonawanda Creek at Attica?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tonawanda Creek at Attica is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tonawanda Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tonawanda Creek at Attica to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Tonawanda Creek at Attica gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wyoming County, New York at coordinates 42.8647°N, 78.2834°W. USGS site number: 04216418. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.