Schuylkill River at Norristown
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania on the Schuylkill River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01473500, 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
19 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
24,700 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Additional Flooding occurs in Bridgeport. Floodwaters extend all the way up to 4th Street. First floors of residential and commercial properties are inundated. The bridges between Norristown and Bridgeport are closed.
24 ft
Flooding begins in Bridgeport.
21 ft
Abrams Road is closed in Upper Merion from Hamlet Circle to the Abrams Yard driveway.
19.1 ft
Flooding occurs along portions of Sterigere St. between Stangridge St. and Harding Blvd. Portions of the PAL building, Band Shell and Elmwood Park Zoo in Norristown are flooded. East Washington St. and East Lafayette St. near Sawmill Run in Norristown begins to flood. Dekalb St. train underpass, the sewer treatment facility and the SEPTA R-6 regional railtracks below Ford St. in Norristown are flooded. Businesses and industry at Station Road off of Conshohocken Road in Plymouth Township begins to flood.
19 ft
Flooding occurs at Riverfront Park in Norristown blocking the entrance way. Apartment parking lots are flooded on Dekalb Street in Norristown. Water also begins to enter the parking lots at the Riverside Apartments. Businesses and industry along Dekalb Street and on east Washington Street in Norristown begin to flood. Stoney Creek begins to back up. Saw Mill Run starts to flood. The intersection of Water and Lafayette Streets in Norristown is flooded, affecting businesses.
17 ft
A couple industries along the river begin to have flood problems. Water begins to cover rails in Conshohocken. Septa tracks at Mogees in Plymouth Township begin to flood. Ross Street in Plymouth Township at the Sewer Authority Plant floods under the railroad bridge and bike trail. Flooding also occurs along Diamond Run at Station Road (in Plymouth Township off of Conshohocken Road) due to high and backwater effects.
16 ft
The Upper Merion Boathouse starts to flood.
15 ft
River Road in West Conshohocken begins to flood. River Road in Philadelphia also begins to flood. The lower garages at the Riverview Landing and the Lofts at Valley Forge start to take on water. The lower section of Port Indian Road in West Norriton becomes impassable.
13 ft
Water begins to cover and close Riverview Boulevard in West Norriton.
12.5 ft
Flooding occurs in West Norriton. The West Indian Lane bridge begins to flood.
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 2, 2021 | 26.85 ft | 143,056 cfs |
| Sep 2, 2021 | 26.85 ft | 143,056 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 25.1 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 25.1 ft | — |
| Sep 16, 1999 | 22 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NRSP1
River
Schuylkill River
County
Montgomery, PA
Coordinates
40.1111°N, 75.3472°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Schuylkill River at Norristown?
The Schuylkill River at Norristown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01473500) 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 Norristown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Schuylkill River at Norristown is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Schuylkill River rises?
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Where is the Schuylkill River at Norristown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.1111°N, 75.3472°W. USGS site number: 01473500. 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