West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Clinton County, Pennsylvania on the West Branch Susquehanna River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01545800, 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
25 ft
Moderate Flood
23 ft
Minor Flood
21 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
39.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood level (500-year flood).
35.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach teh Woodward Avenue Bridge.
34.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the North Jay Street Bridge.
33.5 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood level (100-year flood).
32.5 ft
Flood of record from 1936. Flood waters begin to reach teh railroad bridge crossing the river near Farrandsville.
31 ft
Approximate level of the FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood level (50-year flood).
30.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the first Island Road Bridge.
27 ft
Approximately 75 percent of Lock Haven would be inundated if the levee system was not in place.
25 ft
Numerous homes and businesses would be flooded if the levee system was not in place. Approximate level of the FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood level (10-year flood).
23 ft
Considerable flooding would occur if the levee system was not in place.
21 ft
The right, or south bank overflows in areas not protected by the levee system.
19 ft
River interests should monitor conditions for continued rising water levels.
17 ft
River interests should monitor conditions for continued rising water levels. Historically, at these levels, homes downstream along the antes creek are affected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 1936 | 32.3 ft | — |
| Mar 17, 1936 | 32.3 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 31.1 ft | — |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 31.1 ft | — |
| May 31, 1889 | 29.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LHVP1
River
West Branch Susquehanna River
County
Clinton, PA
Coordinates
41.1381°N, 77.4422°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven?
The West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01545800) 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 Lock Haven?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 23 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when West Branch Susquehanna River rises?
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Where is the West Branch Susquehanna River at Lock Haven gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clinton County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.1381°N, 77.4422°W. USGS site number: 01545800. 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.