Major Flood
17 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
7.8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
WATER REACHES ROADWAY ON CRESCENT STREET BRIDGE NEAR GAGE
16 ft
BANKFULL ON LEFT DOWNSTREAM BANK NEAR CORNER OF BUILDING BELOW GAGE
15 ft
WATER REACHES LOW SPOT IN PARKING LOT BEHIND LAUNDROMAT ON RIGHT DOWNSTREAM BANK NEAR GAGE
13 ft
WATER REACHES BOTTOM OF CRESCENT STREET BRIDGE NEAR GAGE
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 1, 2021 | 14.6 ft | 5,226 cfs |
| Jul 11, 2019 | 13.65 ft | — |
| Sep 9, 2018 | 12.31 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pine Creek at Etna?
The Pine Creek at Etna gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03049807) 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 Pine Creek at Etna?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pine Creek at Etna is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 7.8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pine Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pine Creek at Etna 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 Pine Creek at Etna gauge located?
The gauge is located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.5031°N, 79.9483°W. USGS site number: 03049807. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.