Major Flood
11 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
The intersection of Birdell & Icedale Roads floods.
5 ft
Beaver Dam Road begins to 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 1996 | 11.62 ft | 3,800 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 11.41 ft | 3,660 cfs |
| Jun 30, 1984 | 11.4 ft | 3,650 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HNBP1
River
West Branch Brandywine Creek
County
Chester, PA
Coordinates
40.0728°N, 75.8611°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook?
The West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01480300) 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 West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Branch Brandywine Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the West Branch Brandywine Creek at Honeybrook gauge located?
The gauge is located in Chester County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.0728°N, 75.8611°W. USGS site number: 01480300. 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