Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Columbia County, Pennsylvania on the Susquehanna River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01538700, 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
28 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
39.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Rupert Drive Bridge in Catawissa.
36.5 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
32.8 ft
Flood of record from Tropical Storm Lee in 2011.
32.3 ft
Flood of record from Hurricane Agnes in 1972.
32 ft
Bloomsburg high school is affected by flood waters.
30 ft
Most areas south of 10th Street and west of Railroad Street are affected by high water. Flood waters inundate more than 25 percent of Bloomsburg.
29.5 ft
FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood).
28 ft
A large part of Bloomsburg south of 10th Street and west of Railroad Street is affected by high water.
26 ft
Much of the runway at the airport is inundated. High water begins to affect the sewage treatment plant and the race track at the fairgrounds.
24 ft
Much of the fairgrounds, as well as adjacent areas, are affected by high water. High water also begins to affect the runway at the airport.
22.5 ft
FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood Level (10-year flood).
22 ft
A number of homes located between the fairgrounds and the river are affected by high water. Several buildings at the airport are also affected.
20 ft
High water affects the fairgrounds and the surrounding area.
19 ft
High water affects homes along River Road.
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 9, 2011 | 32.75 ft | 348,000 cfs |
| Sep 9, 2011 | 32.75 ft | 348,000 cfs |
| Mar 9, 1904 | 32.7 ft | — |
| Mar 9, 1904 | 32.7 ft | — |
| Jun 24, 1972 | 31.2 ft | 350,000 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BMBP1
River
Susquehanna River
County
Columbia, PA
Coordinates
40.9939°N, 76.4403°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg?
The Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01538700) 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 Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Susquehanna River rises?
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Where is the Susquehanna River at Bloomsburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Columbia County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.9939°N, 76.4403°W. USGS site number: 01538700. 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.