Major Flood
21 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
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
33.5 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
25 ft
FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood).
22 ft
FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood Level (50-year flood). Flood of record from March 1936.
21 ft
Both banks overflow. A number of homes on both banks are affected. Route 120 is innundated.
19 ft
Several homes on the right, or south bank across from the mouth of the First Fork are affected by high water. Water level approaches Route 120 near the mouth of the First Fork.
17.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Wykoff Road Bridge.
17 ft
The right, or south bank overflows across from the mouth of the First Fork of the Sinnemahoning.
15.5 ft
FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood Level (10-year 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 1936 | 21.94 ft | 61,200 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 21.78 ft | 60,800 cfs |
| Jul 17, 1942 | 21.58 ft | 59,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SNNP1
River
Sinnemahoning Creek
County
Cameron, PA
Coordinates
41.3172°N, 78.1033°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sinnemahoning Creek at Sinnemahoning?
The Sinnemahoning Creek at Sinnemahoning gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01543500) 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 Sinnemahoning Creek at Sinnemahoning?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sinnemahoning Creek at Sinnemahoning is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sinnemahoning Creek rises?
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Where is the Sinnemahoning Creek at Sinnemahoning gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cameron County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.3172°N, 78.1033°W. USGS site number: 01543500. 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.