Is the Wissahickon Creek flooding?

Pennsylvania · 2 gauges · Pennsylvania river levels

The Wissahickon Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in Pennsylvania. 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 Wissahickon 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 Pennsylvania 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 Wissahickon Creek at Fort Washington, PA. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.05 ft on 16 September 1999, carrying 14,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1962 (43 annual peaks).

Drains 41 sq mi · gauge elevation 140 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Wissahickon Creek at Fort Washington, PANo current data
Wissahickon Creek at Mouth, Philadelphia, PANo current data
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.