Action Stage
651 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PRYP1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
651 ft
The level at which the reservoir begins to spill. The emergency spillway is an ungated, excavated channel located along the reservoir rim. Discharge through the emergency spillway is uncontrolled and intended to prevent overtopping and catastrophic failure of the dam during a high-water event. Significant flooding can occur during spillway flow. Please pay attention to your local authorities.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
PRYP1
River
Pohopoco Creek
County
Carbon, PA
Coordinates
40.8489°N, 75.6386°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pohopoco Creek at Beltzville Dam?
The Pohopoco Creek at Beltzville Dam gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Pohopoco Creek at Beltzville Dam?
This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.
How do I get alerts when Pohopoco Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pohopoco Creek at Beltzville Dam 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 Pohopoco Creek at Beltzville Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carbon County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.8489°N, 75.6386°W. 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