Is the Genesee River flooding?
The Genesee River is tracked by 7 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 Genesee River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 of 7 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Genesee River at Rochester NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 15.89 ft on 25 June 1972, carrying 29,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1785 (112 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesee River at Wellsville NY | No flooding | 4.95 ft | 11 ft | |
| Genesee River at Avon NY | No flooding | 17.31 ft | 33 ft | |
| Genesee River at Ballantyne Bridge near Mortimer NY | No flooding | 11.97 ft | — | |
| Genesee River at Rochester NY | No current data | — | — | — |
| Genesee River at Portageville NY | No flood stage defined | 9.70 ft | — | |
| Genesee River near Mount Morris NY | No flood stage defined | 4.14 ft | — | |
| Genesee River at Ford Street Bridge, Rochester NY | No flood stage defined | 12.89 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.