Action Stage
1450 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: WHNP1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
1450 ft
The level at which the reservoir begins to spill. The emergency spillway is an ungated, excavated channel located along the reservoir rim. Discharge through the emergency spillway is uncontrolled and intended to prevent overtopping and catastrophic failure of the dam during a high-water event. Significant flooding can occur during spillway flow. Please pay attention to your local authorities.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
WHNP1
River
Lehigh River
County
Luzerne, PA
Coordinates
41.1125°N, 75.7208°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lehigh River near F.E. Walter Dam?
The Lehigh River near F.E. Walter Dam gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Lehigh River near F.E. Walter Dam?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Lehigh River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lehigh River near F.E. Walter Dam 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 Lehigh River near F.E. Walter Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.1125°N, 75.7208°W. 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