Major Flood
22 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
29.4 ft
Flood of record from March 1936. Flood waters begin to reach the Fourth Street Bridge.
28 ft
Widespread catastrophic flooding occurs on both banks of the river. The majority of homes and businesses are affected. The area is virtually "cutoff" from communicating with and traveling to the outside world due to flooded roads.
26 ft
Almost 50 percent of Renovo is inundated. The sewage treatment plant is inoperable. Transportation into and out of Renovo are severely limited. Water supply is also affected.
25.5 ft
FEMA 1% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood).
25 ft
The right, or south bank begins to overflow. Widespread flooding occurs along the left bank.
24 ft
Widespread flooding occurs on the left, or north bank, with many homes and businesses affected.
23.5 ft
FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood Level (50-year flood).
22 ft
Major Flood Stage. Many homes and businesses on the left, or north bank are affected. Many streets are also inundated.
20 ft
A number of homes on the left, or north bank are affected by high water.
18 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Several homes are inundated to the first floor by high water on the left, or north bank of the river.
17.5 ft
FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood Level (10-year flood).
16 ft
Minor Flood Stage. The left, or north bank overflows, affecting low lying areas.
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 18, 1936 | 29.39 ft | 236,000 cfs |
| May 31, 1889 | 27.3 ft | 211,000 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 26.56 ft | 181,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ROVP1
River
West Branch Susquehanna River
County
Clinton, PA
Coordinates
41.3237°N, 77.7500°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Branch Susquehanna River at Renovo?
The West Branch Susquehanna River at Renovo gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01545500) 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 Renovo?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Branch Susquehanna River at Renovo is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
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Where is the West Branch Susquehanna River at Renovo gauge located?
The gauge is located in Clinton County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 41.3237°N, 77.7500°W. USGS site number: 01545500. 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.