Is the Sacandaga River flooding?

New York · 2 gauges · New York river levels

The Sacandaga 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 Sacandaga 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 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 Sacandaga River at Stewarts Bridge near Hadley NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.36 ft on 28 March 1913, carrying 35,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1908 (118 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.92 ft, 8.4 ft below that record.

Drains 1,055 sq mi · gauge elevation 581 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Sacandaga River near Hope NY	No flooding	2.39 ft	7 ft	60 min ago
Sacandaga River at Stewarts Bridge near Hadley NY	No flooding	3.92 ft	10 ft	60 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.