East Branch Delaware River at Downsville below Pepacton Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.3 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.3 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 16.0 ft on Oct 9, 1903 (historic crest)
- 14.5 ft on Nov 26, 1950 (historic crest)
- 14.1 ft on Mar 22, 1948 (historic crest)
- 13.4 ft on Dec 11, 1952 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 5.3 ft | Island Road in the Town of Colchester begins to flood. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Flooding begins just below Downsville Dam on the East Branch Delaware in the Town of Colchester. |
| 10.0 ft | A camping area below the dam begins to flood. |
Forecast office: NWS Johnson City · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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