Minor Flood
8 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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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.
Action Stage
6.6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
water reaches top of rail on Route 954 bridge downstream of gage
16 ft
water reaches Route 954 bridge deck downstream of gage
8 ft
water reaches bankfull on right DS bank near gage
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 19, 1977 | 12.6 ft | 15,000 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2004 | 6.65 ft | 2,880 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Yellow Creek at Homer City?
The Yellow Creek at Homer City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03042280) 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 Creek at Homer City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Yellow Creek at Homer City is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Yellow Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Yellow Creek at Homer City 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 Yellow Creek at Homer City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Indiana County, Pennsylvania at coordinates 40.5725°N, 79.1036°W. USGS site number: 03042280. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.