Is the Muscoot River flooding?

New York · 2 gauges · New York river levels

The Muscoot 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 Muscoot River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 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 11 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 Muscoot River below Dam at Amawalk NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.64 ft on 17 April 2007, carrying 1,440 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1995 (31 annual peaks). It is currently at 8.58 ft, 4.1 ft below that record.

Drains 20 sq mi · gauge elevation 314 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Muscoot River at Baldwin Place NY	No flood stage defined	4.03 ft	—	72 min ago
Muscoot River below Dam at Amawalk NY	No flood stage defined	8.58 ft	—	27 min ago

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.