Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania on the Neshaminy Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01465200, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
18 ft
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Residential properties are flooded on Bridle Drive in Middletown Township. Flooding also occurs on Business US 1 in Middletown Township near Rising Sun Avenue. Flooding is also possible further downstream in the Croydon Section of Bristol Township, especially when the Delware River tides are high.
17 ft
Periwinkle Drive in Middletown Township begins to flood. Flooding is also possible further downstream in the Croydon Section of Bristol Township, especially when the Delaware River tides are high.
16 ft
Widespread flooding occurs on Bridle Drive in Middletown Township. The road becomes impassable.
14.5 ft
Route 413, near Bridgetown Pike in Middletown Township, is subjet to closures due to flooding.
13 ft
Flooding begins on Bridle Drive in Middletown Township.
11 ft
Water begins to overflow the lowest banks, on both sides of the creek, into adjacent wooded areas.
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 2, 2021 | 24.26 ft | 23,552 cfs |
| Sep 2, 2021 | 24.26 ft | 23,552 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 23.03 ft | — |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 23.03 ft | — |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 22.18 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park?
The Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01465200) 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 Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
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Where is the Neshaminy Creek near Penns Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.2517°N, 75.0092°W. USGS site number: 01465200. 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