Esopus Creek at Mount Marion
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 18.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 22.0 ft; major flooding begins at 24.0 ft.
| Action stage | 18.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 24.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 26.5 ft on Apr 3, 2005 (historic crest)
- 25.4 ft on Aug 28, 2011 (historic crest)
- 25.1 ft on Apr 26, 1977 (historic crest)
- 24.8 ft on Apr 5, 1987 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 20.0 ft | Flood stage. The Esopus Creek begins to spill over its banks. |
|---|---|
| 22.0 ft | Moderate flood stage. Flooding affects about 25 homes on Orlando Street, Buckley Street and Sandy Lane. |
| 24.0 ft | Major flood stage. Flooding affects homes in the Town of Hurley and the Town of Saugerties. |
Forecast office: NWS Albany · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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