Is the Youghiogheny River flooding?

Maryland · 4 gauges · Maryland river levels

The Youghiogheny River is tracked by 4 USGS streamgauges in Maryland. 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 Youghiogheny River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 4 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 Maryland river levels.

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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 Youghiogheny River at Friendsville, MD. The highest level ever recorded there was 14.20 ft on 29 March 1924, carrying 15,600 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1899 (102 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.06 ft, 11.1 ft below that record.

Drains 295 sq mi · gauge elevation 1,487 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Youghiogheny River near Oakland, MDNo flood stage defined2.24 ft
Youghiogheny River near Swallow Falls Park, MDNo flood stage defined2.44 ft
Youghiogheny River near Mchenry, MDNo flood stage defined3.63 ft
Youghiogheny River at Friendsville, MDNo flood stage defined3.06 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.