Is the Canisteo River flooding?

New York · 3 gauges · New York river levels

The Canisteo River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in New York. 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 Canisteo River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 3 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 New York river levels.

data refreshed 15 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 Canisteo River at West Cameron NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 23.48 ft on 23 June 1972, carrying 43,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1931 (91 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.00 ft, 19.5 ft below that record.

Drains 340 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,037 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Canisteo River below Canacadea Creek at Hornell NYNo flooding0.84 ft9 ft
Canisteo River at West Cameron NYNo flooding4.00 ft17 ft
Canisteo River at Arkport NYNo current data
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.