Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Penns Creek at Penns Creek?
The Penns Creek at Penns Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01555000) 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 Penns Creek at Penns Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Penns Creek at Penns Creek is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Penns Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Penns Creek at Penns Creek 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 Penns Creek at Penns Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Union County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.8667°N, 77.0486°W. USGS site number: 01555000. 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.