Is the Salmon River flooding?
The Salmon River is tracked by 3 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 Salmon River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 3 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.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Salmon River at Chasm Falls NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 5.63 ft on 29 December 1984, carrying 3,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1926 (85 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon River at Pineville NY | No flooding | 5.36 ft | — | |
| Salmon River at Chasm Falls NY | No current data | — | — | — |
| Salmon River at South Plattsburgh NY | No flood stage defined | 0.84 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.