Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Broadhead Creek Regional Water Authority property floods.
15 ft
High water on Broadhead Creek leads to backwater and flooding on McMichael's Creek and Sambo Creek.
10 ft
Adjacent parks and greenways flood.
8 ft
Street flooding begins north of Stoudsburg.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 1955 | 27.7 ft | 68,800 cfs |
| Jun 29, 2006 | 21.34 ft | 49,700 cfs |
| Apr 3, 2005 | 20.99 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Brodhead Creek at Minisink Hills?
The Brodhead Creek at Minisink Hills gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01442500) 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 Brodhead Creek at Minisink Hills?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Brodhead Creek at Minisink Hills is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Brodhead Creek rises?
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Where is the Brodhead Creek at Minisink Hills gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.9986°N, 75.1431°W. USGS site number: 01442500. 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
- Gauge reading affected by backwater during high flows.