Is the Wanaque River flooding?

New Jersey · 3 gauges · New Jersey river levels

The Wanaque River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in New Jersey. 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 Wanaque River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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 Jersey river levels.

data refreshed 7 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 Wanaque River at Wanaque NJ. The highest level ever recorded there was 10.82 ft on 5 April 1984, carrying 10,500 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1913 (110 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.40 ft, 9.4 ft below that record.

Drains 90 sq mi · gauge elevation 209 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Wanaque River at Wanaque NJNo flooding1.40 ft6 ft
Wanaque River at Monks NJNo current data
Wanaque River at Awosting NJNo flood stage defined1.84 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.