Major Flood
17 ft
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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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Flood waters will begin to affect the Seco Warwick Company.
18 ft
FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. Major property losses in Meadville.
17.5 ft
Extensive flooding will occur throughout western and southern Meadville. Water may begin impacting shopping areas along U.S. Routes 6, 19, and 322. Arch Street flooded.
17 ft
Major flooding occurs in the City of Meadville. Many roads on the south and west side of town near U.S. 322 and Park Avenue are flooded. The entire Fifth Ward area between French Creek and Dunham Road is flooded. Many industries downstream of Meadville along French Creek are severely impacted. Floodwaters will likely close the Mead Avenue bridge.
16.5 ft
Water is several feet deep in Fifth Ward, Asbury East and West Mobile Home Park.
16 ft
FEMA 1 percent flood level. Significant flooding in western Meadville. Lincoln and Columbia Avenues between Rogers Ferry and Race Streets inundated. Mead Avenue and Bicentennial Park are flooded. French Creek Parkway and U.S. 322 are severely impacted on the south side of town.
15 ft
Floodwaters reach Columbia Avenue, Race Street, and Rogers Ferry Road. Residents of Asbury East and West Mobile Home Parks are impacted. Bicentennial Park near Mead Street is flooded. Water may impact traffic at the U.S. 322 bypass near Park Avenue.
14 ft
Flooding begins along Cussewago Creek near Race Street. Floodwater begins to affect residents in west Asbury Manor Moblie Home Park and Ellsworth Park near Cussewago Creek.
13 ft
Flooding begins downstream of Meadville at Wilson Chute as well as Race St. Backwater flooding along Cussewago Creek could affect the Asbury Manor West Mobile Home Park.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31, 1958 | 17.6 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1947 | 17.05 ft | 25,800 cfs |
| Jan 12, 2018 | 16.9 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of French Creek at Meadville?
The French Creek at Meadville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03023100) 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 French Creek at Meadville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for French Creek at Meadville is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when French Creek rises?
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Where is the French Creek at Meadville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Crawford County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.6325°N, 80.1597°W. USGS site number: 03023100. 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.