Tenmile Creek above Jefferson
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Greene County, Pennsylvania on the Tenmile Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 03073000, 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
23 ft
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
10,800 cfs
Action Stage
13.5 ft
6,480 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Water reaches The Road surface of the Route 188 bridge deck and the Southwest Pennsylvania Water Authority building is flooded.
21 ft
water reaches the Southwest Pennsylvania Water Authority, Waynesburg Booster Station building near the gage
17 ft
water reaches the bottom of the Route 188 bridge and begins to flow around the bridge
13 ft
River is bankfull on the right downstream bank just below the Route 188 bridge
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 10, 2018 | 18.96 ft | 13,700 cfs |
| Sep 10, 2018 | 18.96 ft | 13,700 cfs |
| May 31, 2025 | 11.5 ft | 4,740 cfs |
| May 31, 2025 | 11.5 ft | 4,740 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tenmile Creek above Jefferson?
The Tenmile Creek above Jefferson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03073000) 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 Tenmile Creek above Jefferson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tenmile Creek above Jefferson is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 13.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tenmile Creek rises?
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Where is the Tenmile Creek above Jefferson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Greene County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 39.9231°N, 80.0728°W. USGS site number: 03073000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.