Swan Creek at Swan Creek
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 14.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 18.0 ft; major flooding begins at 20.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 14.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 18.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 20.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.6 ft on Apr 30, 2014 (historic crest)
- 10.0 ft on Sep 23, 2021 (historic crest)
- 9.1 ft on Aug 28, 2011 (historic crest)
- 9.1 ft on Sep 2, 2021 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 14.0 ft | Water begins to cover a portion of US Highway 40. |
|---|---|
| 15.5 ft | Water begins to approach homes on Van Street. |
| 18.0 ft | Oak Street begins to flood. Water is in nearby homes, and completely covers the US 40 bridge. |
| 20.0 ft | Robinhood Road and Post Road begin to flood, with several other roads also flooded. Homes are flooded in the area. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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