Owasco Outlet at Auburn
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 9.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 10.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.6 ft on Jun 23, 1972 (historic crest)
- 8.3 ft on Apr 4, 2005 (historic crest)
- 5.7 ft on May 15, 2002 (historic crest)
- 5.4 ft on Apr 10, 2001 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Flood Stage. Minor flooding begins within the city of Auburn. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Johnson City · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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