Major Flood
22 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
The left, or west bank overflows. Numerous homes are affected by high water. A number of roads are closed.
19 ft
Several homes on the right, or east bank in Stonerstown and other low lying areas are affected.
17 ft
The right, or east bank begins to overflow, affecting low lying areas. A few homes are affected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 1936 | 24.54 ft | 80,500 cfs |
| May 31, 1889 | 23 ft | 71,300 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 20.02 ft | 39,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SXTP1
River
Raystown Branch Juniata River
County
Bedford, PA
Coordinates
40.2158°N, 78.2656°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Raystown Branch Juniata River at Saxton?
The Raystown Branch Juniata River at Saxton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01562000) 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 Raystown Branch Juniata River at Saxton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Raystown Branch Juniata River at Saxton is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Raystown Branch Juniata River rises?
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Where is the Raystown Branch Juniata River at Saxton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bedford County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.2158°N, 78.2656°W. USGS site number: 01562000. 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.