Georges Creek near Franklin/Westernport
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.1 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.1 ft; major flooding begins at 13.1 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.1 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.1 ft |
| Major flooding | 13.1 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 15.2 ft on May 13, 2025 (historic crest)
- 13.9 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 12.5 ft on Sep 8, 2004 (historic crest)
- 12.5 ft on Apr 29, 1964 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.1 ft | Water begins to overflow the banks upstream of Westernport, but is affecting only the floodplain. |
|---|---|
| 9.1 ft | Water reaches the underside of the railroad bridge at downtown Westernport. |
| 10.1 ft | Water begins to overflow out of Georges Creek into low-lying areas of the city of Westernport. |
| 11.1 ft | Water is flowing over the railroad bridge at downtown Westernport, and reaches the underside of the second railroad bridge which parallels Maryland Route 36. Portions of the city of Westernport are also flooded. |
| 12.1 ft | Floodwaters are moving through the city of Westernport, and approaching Westernport Elementary School. Water is also covering Brodie Road between Midland and Lonaconing. |
| 13.1 ft | Numerous buildings and roads in the town of Westernport, and points upstream, are flooded. Water reaches both railroad bridges upstream of Westernport, as well as multiple bridges in Westernport. |
| 16.1 ft | Significant flooding is occurring in Westernport, Midland, and Lonaconing, with roads, buildings, and bridges flooded. Water reaches the bridge on Church Street in downtown Westernport, and is approaching several areas along the railroad tracks which parallel the creek just above the city. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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