Chadakoin River at Falconer
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 3.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 4.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 4.5 ft; major flooding begins at 5.0 ft.
| Action stage | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 4.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 4.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 5.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.9 ft on Sep 14, 1979 (historic crest)
- 4.8 ft on Jul 17, 2021 (historic crest)
- 4.7 ft on Mar 5, 1976 (historic crest)
- 4.6 ft on Apr 5, 1947 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 3.5 ft | Action stage, minor flooding to adjacent fields. Little or no damage. |
|---|---|
| 4.0 ft | Flood stage, flooding and limited damages begin along the river near Dow Street. |
| 4.5 ft | Moderate flood, flooding of low lying areas close to the river in Jamestown and Falconer. Residential damages begin. |
| 5.0 ft | Major flood, widespread residential and commercial flooding along the river in Jamestown and Falconer. |
Forecast office: NWS Buffalo · River Forecast Center: Ohio River Forecast Center.
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