Otselic River at Whitney Point Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 1009.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 1010.0 ft.
| Action stage | 1009.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 1010.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 1005.8 ft on Apr 5, 2005 (historic crest)
- 1005.0 ft on Mar 23, 1948 (historic crest)
- 991.5 ft on Jan 21, 1996 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 975.0 ft | Standing water threatens to cover Upper Lisle Road over the marshlands at the north end of the reservoir. As a precaution, the road is closed at this water level. |
|---|---|
| 1009.0 ft | This is an advisory stage for emergency management and first responders to begin preparations for the potential of minor flooding. |
| 1010.0 ft | Backwater along the Otselic River spreads into the flood plain and can cause minor flooding of low lying properties to the north of the reservoir. |
Forecast office: NWS Johnson City · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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