Susquehanna River at Danville
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Montour County, Pennsylvania on the Susquehanna River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01540500, 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
30 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
20 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
41.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Rupert Drive Bridge in Catawissa.
38 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
34 ft
Levee system on the right bank begins to overflow. Widespread flooding continues in unprotected areas. Low lying areas within the levee system begin to be affected.
32.3 ft
Flood of record from Hurricane Agnes in 1972.
32 ft
Areas outside of the levee system experiences widespread flooding. The levee system protects most of Danville to a height of 34 feet.
31.5 ft
FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood).
30.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Danville Riverside Bridge.
30 ft
Much of Riverside on the left bank is affected by high water. Water levels approach the pump station on the right bank just downstream of the highway bridge.
29 ft
FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood Level (50-year flood).
24.5 ft
FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood Level (10-year flood). Flood waters begin to affects residences in Riverside on the left bank of the river.
24 ft
Inundation in Riverside on the left bank of the river begins to affect residences.
23 ft
Flooding occurs at the state hospital grounds on the east side of town. Backwater produces flooding on Sechler Run in the center of town.
21 ft
Basements flood in homes along Mahoning Creek on the right bank of the river.
20 ft
Inundation begins in Riverside on the left bank.
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 23, 1972 | 32.32 ft | 363,000 cfs |
| Jun 23, 1972 | 32.32 ft | 363,000 cfs |
| Sep 9, 2011 | 31.55 ft | 311,000 cfs |
| Sep 9, 2011 | 31.55 ft | 311,000 cfs |
| Mar 8, 1904 | 30.71 ft | — |
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
DANP1
River
Susquehanna River
County
Montour, PA
Coordinates
40.9581°N, 76.6194°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Susquehanna River at Danville?
The Susquehanna River at Danville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01540500) 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 Danville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Susquehanna River at Danville is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Susquehanna River rises?
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Where is the Susquehanna River at Danville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montour County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.9581°N, 76.6194°W. USGS site number: 01540500. 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.