Major Flood
16 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Major flooding begins. Many homes and businesses begin to be affected at this level.
13 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Water begins to affect some homes and businesses on both sides of the river
11 ft
Minor flooding begins. Some roadways near the river in Old Forge and Moosic begin to be affected.
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 | 20.05 ft | 31,000 cfs |
| Jul 27, 1934 | 17 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 16.7 ft | 23,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OFRP1
River
Lackawanna River
County
Lackawanna, PA
Coordinates
41.3592°N, 75.7447°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lackawanna River at Old Forge?
The Lackawanna River at Old Forge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01536000) 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 Lackawanna River at Old Forge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lackawanna River at Old Forge is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lackawanna River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lackawanna River at Old Forge 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 Lackawanna River at Old Forge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.3592°N, 75.7447°W. USGS site number: 01536000. 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.