RIVER GAUGE · PENNS CREEK
Penns Creek at Penns Creek
Union County, Pennsylvania
Water level2.50 ft
Flow374 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:00 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft
Minor flood8 ft
Moderate flood10 ft
Major flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 14 ft
Widespread flooding occurs on both banks with many homes affected.
- 12 ft
Significant overflow of both banks occurs. Numerous homes are affected by high water levels.
- 10 ft
High water overflows both banks. Several homes and cottages on the left or north bank are affected. Many secondary roads along the creek are closed due to high water levels.
- 8 ft
The left, or north bank overflows downstream of the Route 104 bridge. A campground is affected. A number of secondary roads in the Penns Creek drainage are affected by high water.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1972 | 14.85 ft | 34,600 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1996 | 13.74 ft | 25,300 cfs |
| Sep 15, 1934 | 13 ft | 19,800 cfs |
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