IsItFlooding

Is the Sandy Creek flooding?

New York · 2 gauges · New York river levels

The Sandy 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 Sandy Creek 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 8 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 Sandy Creek near Adams NY. The highest level ever recorded there was 11.06 ft on 19 January 1996, carrying 7,700 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1957 (68 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.90 ft, 9.2 ft below that record.

Drains 137 sq mi · gauge elevation 523 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Sandy Creek near Adams NYNo flooding1.90 ft—
Sandy Creek at North Hamlin NYNo flood stage defined17.10 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.