Hudson River at Fort Edward NY
Is Hudson River at Fort Edward NY flooding right now?
Hudson River at Fort Edward NY measured 21.05 ft on 2026-09-11 00:45:00 UTC. That observation was 4.9 ft below its 26 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
21.05 ft
Streamflow
2,670 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 26 ft, with major flooding at 29 ft. The highest crest on record was 34 ft on Fri, Mar 14, 1913.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 24 ft | 2.9 ft below |
| Minor flood | 26 ft | 4.9 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 27 ft | 5.9 ft below |
| Major flood | 29 ft | 7.9 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 34 ft | 1913-03-14 |
| 31.34 ft | 2011-04-29 |
| 29.2 ft | 1949-01-01 |
| 29 ft | 1936-03-18 |
| 28.34 ft | 1983-05-03 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Hudson River at Hadley NY | 12.9 mi | Saratoga County |
| Sacandaga River at Stewarts Bridge near Hadley NY | 13.9 mi | Saratoga County |
| Batten Kill below Mill at Battenville NY | 14.1 mi | Washington County |
| Batten Kill at Battenville NY | 14.3 mi | Washington County |
| Mount Hope Brook at South Bay near Whitehall NY | 18.0 mi | Washington County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.