Stonycreek River at Ferndale
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania on the Stonycreek River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03040000, 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
25 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Washington Street Bridge.
33 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Franklin Street Bridge.
32 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
26 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Moxham Bridge.
25 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Horner Street Bridge.
23.2 ft
Flood of record from July, 1977.
22.5 ft
FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood). Flood waters begin to reach the Roosevelt Boulevard Bridge. High water overflows both banks.
22 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Hickory Street Bridge.
21 ft
High water overflows both banks.
20.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Bridge Street Bridge. High water overflows both banks.
19.5 ft
FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood Level (50-year flood). Flood waters begin to reach the Eisenhower Boulevard Bridge.
19 ft
High water begins to overflow the right bank.
16.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the King Street Bridge.
14.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1977 | 23.21 ft | 48,000 cfs |
| Jul 19, 1977 | 23.21 ft | 48,000 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1996 | 17.80999946594238 ft | 43,000 cfs |
| Jan 19, 1996 | 17.80999946594238 ft | 43,000 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 13.36 ft | 22,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
FDLP1
River
Stonycreek River
County
Cambria, PA
Coordinates
40.2856°N, 78.9208°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stonycreek River at Ferndale?
The Stonycreek River at Ferndale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03040000) 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 Stonycreek River at Ferndale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stonycreek River at Ferndale is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stonycreek River rises?
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Where is the Stonycreek River at Ferndale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cambria County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.2856°N, 78.9208°W. USGS site number: 03040000. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.