Schuylkill River at Berne
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Berks County, Pennsylvania on the Schuylkill River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01470500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
8,818 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Many homes on Mohrsville Road between Mohrsville and Shoemakersville are inundated.
16 ft
Several residences and businesses in Shoemakersville are inundated.
15 ft
Main Street in Shoemakersville floods.
14 ft
Mohrsville Road in Perry Township floods. Second Street in Shoemakersville floods.
12 ft
Miller Street in Shoemakersville floods.
10 ft
Open adjacent land begins to flood between Shoemakersville and Hamburg.
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 21, 1972 | 19 ft | 42,800 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 19 ft | 42,800 cfs |
| Jun 28, 2006 | 18.57 ft | 39,900 cfs |
| Jun 28, 2006 | 18.57 ft | 39,900 cfs |
| Aug 18, 1955 | 15.73 ft | 29,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BREP1
River
Schuylkill River
County
Berks, PA
Coordinates
40.5225°N, 75.9986°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Schuylkill River at Berne?
The Schuylkill River at Berne gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01470500) 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 Schuylkill River at Berne?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Schuylkill River at Berne is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Schuylkill River rises?
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Where is the Schuylkill River at Berne gauge located?
The gauge is located in Berks County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.5225°N, 75.9986°W. USGS site number: 01470500. 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