Is the Oatka Creek flooding?

New York · 2 gauges · New York river levels

The Oatka Creek 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 Oatka Creek 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 12 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 Oatka Creek at Garbutt NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 8.64 ft on 31 March 1960, carrying 7,050 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1946 (80 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.54 ft, 6.1 ft below that record.

Drains 205 sq mi · gauge elevation 560 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Oatka Creek at Warsaw NYNo flooding3.69 ft
Oatka Creek at Garbutt NYNo flooding2.54 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.