Minor Flood
16.5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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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.
Action Stage
12.4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
water reaches bankfull on right DS bank near gage
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 19, 1977 | 19.89 ft | 45,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
JOSP1
River
Blacklick Creek
County
Indiana, PA
Coordinates
40.4769°N, 79.1869°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blacklick Creek at Josephine?
The Blacklick Creek at Josephine gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03042000) 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 Blacklick Creek at Josephine?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blacklick Creek at Josephine is 16.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12.4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Blacklick Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Blacklick Creek at Josephine 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 Blacklick Creek at Josephine gauge located?
The gauge is located in Indiana County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.4769°N, 79.1869°W. USGS site number: 03042000. 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.