Major Flood
14 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
12 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Route 973 Bridge in Loyalsocksville.
20.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood level (500-year flood).
19.8 ft
Flood of record from Tropical Storm Lee in 2011.
17 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood level (500-year flood).
16 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood level (100-year flood).
14 ft
Numerous homes adjacent to the creek are affected by high water levels.
13 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood level (10-year flood). Several homes and the Loyalsock Game Farm are affected by high water levels.
12 ft
Several residences are affected by high water levels. Mill Street in Montoursville is flooded by Loyalsock Creek.
11 ft
High water prevents access to several homes adjacent to the creek.
9 ft
Residents living adjacent to the creek are encouraged to monitor water levels for additional rises. The driveways of several homes are affected by high water.
8 ft
Water is on the bike path under Green Bridge at Montoursville.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 7, 2011 | 19.78 ft | 69,140 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1996 | 17.93 ft | 55,800 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 15.24 ft | 40,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LOYP1
River
Loyalsock Creek
County
Lycoming, PA
Coordinates
41.3250°N, 76.9128°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville?
The Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01552000) 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 Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Loyalsock Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville 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 Loyalsock Creek at Loyalsockville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.3250°N, 76.9128°W. USGS site number: 01552000. 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.