Is the Delaware River flooding?

New York · 2 gauges · New York river levels

The Delaware River is tracked by 2 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 Delaware River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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 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 Delaware River above Lackawaxen River near Barryville NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 28.97 ft on 28 June 2006, carrying 151,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1940 (85 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.67 ft, 25.3 ft below that record.

Drains 2,020 sq mi · gauge elevation 600 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Delaware River above Lackawaxen River near Barryville NYNo flooding3.67 ft17 ft
Delaware River below Mouth of Mongaup RiverNo 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.