Major Flood
17 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Many homes and businesses on both banks experience catastrophic flooding.
17 ft
Many homes and businesses are affected by high water. The railroad tracks and business Route 6 are flooded. Water affects Warren General Hospital on the left bank.
15 ft
A number of homes and businesses on the right, or north bank are affected by high water. Several streets are closed.
14 ft
The right, or north bank begins to overflow, affecting a few houses and a couple of streets in low lying areas near the river.
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 16, 1865 | 19.4 ft | — |
| Mar 7, 1956 | 18.3 ft | — |
| Dec 11, 1873 | 17.7 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WRRP1
River
Allegheny River
County
Warren, PA
Coordinates
41.8439°N, 79.1500°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Allegheny River at Warren?
The Allegheny River at Warren gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03015310) 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 Warren?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Allegheny River at Warren is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 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 Warren 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 Warren gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.8439°N, 79.1500°W. USGS site number: 03015310. 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.