IsItFlooding

Is the Hackensack River flooding?

New Jersey · 2 gauges · New Jersey river levels

The Hackensack River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in New Jersey. 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 Hackensack River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 Jersey river levels.

data refreshed 7 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 Hackensack River at New Milford NJ. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.36 ft on 16 April 2007, carrying 11,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1922 (102 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.42 ft, 10.9 ft below that record.

Drains 113 sq mi · gauge elevation 5 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Hackensack River at Rivervale NJNo flooding1.71 ft5.5 ft
Hackensack River at New Milford NJNo flooding1.42 ft6 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.