Is the Little Patuxent River flooding?

Maryland · 2 gauges · Maryland river levels

The Little Patuxent River is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Maryland. 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 Little Patuxent 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 Maryland river levels.

data refreshed 2 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 Little Patuxent River at Savage, MD. The highest level ever recorded there was 25.40 ft on 22 June 1972, carrying 35,400 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1933 (76 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.82 ft, 22.6 ft below that record.

Drains 98 sq mi · gauge elevation 122 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Little Patuxent River at Guilford, MDNo flooding1.69 ft12 ft
Little Patuxent River at Savage, MDNo flooding2.82 ft10 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.