Major Flood
29 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
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
flood waters begin to impact houses on Chew and Canal streets
29 ft
flooding reaches railroad tracks on west side of the river
28 ft
water reaches floor of gage house
23 ft
flood waters reach pump house on Canal Street
21 ft
flooding begins on River Avenue under State Route 288 bridge
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 25, 1913 | 29.9 ft | 87,000 cfs |
| Jan 21, 1959 | 24.86 ft | — |
| Sep 9, 2004 | 21.91 ft | 47,830 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Beaver River at Wampum?
The Beaver River at Wampum gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03105500) 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 Beaver River at Wampum?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Beaver River at Wampum is 21 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Beaver River rises?
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Where is the Beaver River at Wampum gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.8886°N, 80.3372°W. USGS site number: 03105500. 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.