Schoharie Creek at Burtonsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 4.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 6.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 8.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.
| Action stage | 4.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 6.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 10.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.5 ft on Aug 29, 2011 (historic crest)
- 12.9 ft on Jan 20, 1996 (historic crest)
- 12.4 ft on Oct 16, 1955 (historic crest)
- 11.2 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.
| 4.5 ft | Action stage. Water reaches Island Road in the Lost Valley community. |
|---|---|
| 5.0 ft | The river is nearly bankfull and portions of Island Road in the Lost Valley community are inundated. |
| 6.0 ft | Minor flood stage. Water reaches lowest houses in Burtonsville. |
| 7.0 ft | Water reaches Priddle Camp Road. |
| 8.0 ft | Moderate flood stage. Water reaches homes in Lost Valley along Island Road. |
| 10.0 ft | Major flood stage. |
| 17.5 ft | Record flood with Tropical Storm Irene in August 2011. Widespread flooding in the region. Water reaches the Mill Point bridge. |
Forecast office: NWS Albany · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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