Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill
Pennsylvania — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania on the Yellow Breeches Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01571500, 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
13 ft
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
23.5 ft
FEMA 0.2% Annual Chance Flood Level (500-year flood).
19 ft
Many homes and businesses in the Yellow Breeches Creek basin are affected by flood waters.
18.8 ft
Flood of record from September, 1975.
18 ft
FEMA 1.0% Annual Chance Flood Level (100-year flood).
17 ft
Many homes and businesses in the Yellow Breeches Creek basin are affected by flood waters. The flow of Yellow Breeches Creek is no longer confined to the single span bridge opening on Green Lane Drive near the gage. Both bridge approaches are inundated.
16 ft
FEMA 2% Annual Chance Flood Level (50-year flood).
15 ft
Numerous homes and businesses along Yellow Breeches Creek are affected by flood waters.
14 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Spanglers Mill Road Bridge.
13 ft
Numerous homes along the entire length of Yellow Breeches Creek are affected by high water levels.
12 ft
FEMA 10% Annual Chance Flood Level (10-year flood).
11 ft
A number of homes along the entire length of Yellow Breeches Creek are affected by high water.
10.5 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Green Lane Drive Bridge.
10 ft
Flood waters begin to reach the Slate Hill Road Bridge.
9 ft
A number of homes in the Green Lane Farms development are affected by high water. Cedar Cliff Drive on the left bank upstream from the single span bridge on Green Lane Drive is inundated. Creekwood Drive has several feet of water on it, and water is approaching homes.
7 ft
Low lying areas in the Green Lane Farms development on the right bank of Yellow Breeches Creek begin to flood. A mobile home park near Williams Grove is also affected by high water.
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 25, 1975 | 18.77 ft | 19,300 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 18.77 ft | 19,300 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 18.33 ft | 15,900 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 18.33 ft | 15,900 cfs |
| Apr 17, 2011 | 14.57 ft | 10,370 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CPHP1
River
Yellow Breeches Creek
County
Cumberland, PA
Coordinates
40.2247°N, 76.8983°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill?
The Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01571500) 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 Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellow Breeches Creek rises?
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Where is the Yellow Breeches Creek near Camp Hill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.2247°N, 76.8983°W. USGS site number: 01571500. 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.