Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Beaver County, Pennsylvania on the Connoquenessing Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03106000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
18 ft
28,300 cfs
Moderate Flood
14 ft
14,300 cfs
Minor Flood
10 ft
7,540 cfs
Action Stage
8 ft
5,220 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18.17 ft
Flooding reaches levels reached during the Hurricane Ivan flood of September 18, 2004.
14.76 ft
Flooding reaches levels of December 1, 2010.
14 ft
The Connoquenessing Creek surrounds and floods homes in the lower end of Harmony.
11 ft
At 11.0 feet water begins to flood portions of Horseshoe Lane...upstream of Zelienople near the intersection of Prospect Rd and Hartmann Rd.
10.5 ft
Water affects Country Club road to the high school in North Sewickley Township and water gets onto Hartzell School road to near Fombell bridge in Marion township.
10 ft
Water reaches Mercer Road and Waterfront Street in Ellwood City, and Narrows Road in Franklin Township.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2004 | 18.17 ft | 29,400 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 18.17 ft | 29,400 cfs |
| Jun 28, 1924 | 16.66 ft | 23,000 cfs |
| Jun 28, 1924 | 16.66 ft | 23,000 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1954 | 15.55 ft | 18,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ZLPP1
River
Connoquenessing Creek
County
Beaver, PA
Coordinates
40.8169°N, 80.2425°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople?
The Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03106000) 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 Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Connoquenessing Creek rises?
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Where is the Connoquenessing Creek at Zelienople gauge located?
The gauge is located in Beaver County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.8169°N, 80.2425°W. USGS site number: 03106000. 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.