Major Flood
27 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
This is the approximate height of the levee system. Widespread flooding continues in areas outside the levee. Inside the levee, low lying areas are affected.
29 ft
Widespread flooding occurs in areas outside the levee system.
27 ft
Low lying areas outside the levee system experience considerable inundation.
25 ft
Areas outside the levee system experience considerable inundation.
23 ft
Water level reaches the railroad grade where it passes through the levee. Stop logs are installed to complete the levee closure.
21 ft
A portion of Route 346 is closed due to high water.
19 ft
Water covers a portion of Route 346 north of town.
17 ft
Due to high water levels, river interests are encouraged to monitor conditions.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1972 | 29.1 ft | 65,800 cfs |
| Jul 18, 1942 | 27.3 ft | 51,300 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1996 | 21.88999938964844 ft | 20,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ELRP1
River
Allegheny River
County
Mckean, PA
Coordinates
41.9633°N, 78.3864°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Allegheny River at Eldred?
The Allegheny River at Eldred gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03010500) 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 Allegheny River at Eldred?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Allegheny River at Eldred is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Allegheny River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Allegheny River at Eldred 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 Allegheny River at Eldred gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mckean County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.9633°N, 78.3864°W. USGS site number: 03010500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.