Major Flood
19 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19.3 ft
Two thirds of Newcomerstown and all of Mizer are flooded.
13.2 ft
Some homes near Wood and Chestnut Streets are affected.
11 ft
Athletic fields between river and residential area begin to flood.
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 12, 1913 | 21.5 ft | 83,000 cfs |
| Aug 8, 1935 | 21.25 ft | — |
| Jan 25, 1937 | 20.65 ft | 46,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NCTO1
River
Tuscarawas River
County
Tuscarawas, OH
Coordinates
40.2614°N, 81.6092°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown?
The Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03129000) 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 Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tuscarawas River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown 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 Tuscarawas River at Newcomerstown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tuscarawas County, Ohio at coordinates 40.2614°N, 81.6092°W. USGS site number: 03129000. 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
- The above river forecast includes future rainfall/snowmelt. Forecast stages may be different if the actual rainfall/snowmelt is different than the forecast rainfall/snowmelt.
- Stage may be affected by ice.