Major Flood
29 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
Loading...
Streamflow
Loading...
Last Reading
Loading...
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
26 ft
Action Stage
23 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood level (500-year flood).
38 ft
Flood of record from Hurricane Agnes in 1972. Approximate level of the FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood level (100-year flood). Flood waters begin to reach the Route 44 Bridge in Antes Fort.
36.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood level (50-year flood).
32.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Route 44 Bridge in Jersey Shore.
32 ft
Most of Jersey Shore adjacent to the river is flooded.
31.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood level (10-year flood).
29 ft
Many homes and businesses in Jersey Shore are affected by high water.
28 ft
The left, or north bank overflows. Some homes adjacent to the river are flooded.
26 ft
The river overflows onto Log Island.
23 ft
Long Island (Route 44) and North Main Street in Jersey Shore may be closed to traffic.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
Loading chart data...
Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 1972 | 38.2 ft | — |
| Mar 18, 1936 | 37.9 ft | — |
| May 31, 1889 | 37.3 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
JRSP1
River
West Branch Susquehanna River
County
Lycoming, PA
Coordinates
41.2022°N, 77.2514°W
Get Flood Alerts for West Branch Susquehanna River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Branch Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore?
The West Branch Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01549760) 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 Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Branch Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore is 26 feet. Action stage begins at 23 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Branch Susquehanna River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add West Branch Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore 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 Susquehanna River at Jersey Shore gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.2022°N, 77.2514°W. USGS site number: 01549760. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
More Gauges on West Branch Susquehanna River
West Branch Susquehanna River at Allenwood
West Branch Susquehanna River at West Milton
West Branch Susquehanna River at Karthaus
West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven
West Branch Susquehanna River at Lewisburg
West Branch Susquehanna River near Muncy
West Branch Susquehanna River at Renovo
West Branch Susquehanna River at Williamsport
On This River
Upstream: West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven
Downstream: West Branch Susquehanna River at Williamsport
More Resources
Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.