Major Flood
11 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
13 ft
Seventh Street Bridge is flooded.
8 ft
Village Road in South whitehall is flooded.
7.1 ft
Route 309 in Whithall Township is closed due to flooding.
6.5 ft
Covered Bridge Park begins to flood. Playground equipment and athletic fields at Jordan Park are submerged.
6 ft
Jordan Park begins to flood.
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 5, 2020 | 11.82 ft | 16,856 cfs |
| Jul 22, 1972 | 11.61 ft | 16,200 cfs |
| Sep 8, 1987 | 10.91 ft | 14,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jordan Creek at Allentown?
The Jordan Creek at Allentown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01452000) 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 Jordan Creek at Allentown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jordan Creek at Allentown is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jordan Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Jordan Creek at Allentown 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 Jordan Creek at Allentown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.6231°N, 75.4828°W. USGS site number: 01452000. 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