Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood level (500-year flood). Flood waters are expected to reach the bottom of the Sample Bridge Road Bridge near the river gage.
16 ft
Most homes near the creek are affected by flooding. Most secondary roads across the creek will be closed due to high water.
15.6 ft
Maximum recordable gage height (stage sensor operational limit). Water levels above this stage are not reported in real time.
15.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood level (100-year flood).
14.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood level (50-year flood).
14 ft
Homes along the entire length of the creek are affected by high water.
12.2 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood level (10-year flood).
12 ft
Numerous homes are affected by high water all along the creek. The approaches to the bridges on Erb's Bridge Road, Sample Bridge Road, and Oyster Mill Road are inundated.
10 ft
Some residences in the vicinity of Erb's Bridge Road, Prowell Drive, Stone Spring Lane, and Oyster Mill Road are flooded.
8 ft
Low lying areas in the vicinity of Erbs Bridge Road, Prowell Drive, Stone Spring Lane, and Oyster Mill Road are flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1972 | 17.01 ft | 33,700 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 12.56 ft | 16,200 cfs |
| Feb 14, 1984 | 12.5 ft | 16,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HGSP1
River
Conodoguinet Creek
County
Cumberland, PA
Coordinates
40.2522°N, 77.0211°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Conodoguinet Creek near Hogestown?
The Conodoguinet Creek near Hogestown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01570000) 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 Conodoguinet Creek near Hogestown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Conodoguinet Creek near Hogestown is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Conodoguinet Creek rises?
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Where is the Conodoguinet Creek near Hogestown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.2522°N, 77.0211°W. USGS site number: 01570000. 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 may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.