Is the Buffalo Creek flooding?

Pennsylvania · 2 gauges · Pennsylvania river levels

The Buffalo Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Pennsylvania. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Buffalo Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Pennsylvania river levels.

data refreshed 8 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Buffalo Creek near Freeport, PA. The highest level ever recorded there was 15.28 ft on 17 September 2004, carrying 16,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1941 (76 annual peaks).

Drains 137 sq mi · gauge elevation 792 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Buffalo Creek near Freeport, PANo current data
Buffalo Creek at Iron Bridge, PANo flood stage defined4.06 ft
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.