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SwedenGeorges Creek at Franklin water level
River gauge, Georges Creek, Maryland, United States
Right now
Below flood stage
Water level
- Flow
- 19.6 cfs
History
What this means
Water levels are unremarkable at Georges Creek at Franklin, where the gauge shows 2.07 ft.
It is 7.03 ft below the flood stage of 9.10 ft.
It has barely moved over the past 24 hours. The 30-day range is 2.04 ft – 2.23 ft.
Fall is often low-water season on rivers, until steadier rain returns.
Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge. How to read levels
Key numbers
- Highest on record
- 15.20 ftMay 13, 2025
Paddling and fishing conditions
Most paddlers and anglers will find the river in good shape at this stage.
For reference, flood stage is 9.10 ft.
What happens at each level
- 16.10 ft
- Significant flooding is occurring in Westernport, Midland, and Lonaconing, with roads, buildings, and bridges flooded. Water reaches the bridge on Church Street in downtown Westernport, and is approaching several areas along the railroad tracks which parallel the creek just above the city.
- 13.10 ft
- Numerous buildings and roads in the town of Westernport, and points upstream, are flooded. Water reaches both railroad bridges upstream of Westernport, as well as multiple bridges in Westernport.
- 12.10 ft
- Floodwaters are moving through the city of Westernport, and approaching Westernport Elementary School. Water is also covering Brodie Road between Midland and Lonaconing.
- 11.10 ft
- Water is flowing over the railroad bridge at downtown Westernport, and reaches the underside of the second railroad bridge which parallels Maryland Route 36. Portions of the city of Westernport are also flooded.
- 10.10 ft
- Water begins to overflow out of Georges Creek into low-lying areas of the city of Westernport.
- 9.10 ft
- Water reaches the underside of the railroad bridge at downtown Westernport.
- 7.10 ft
- Water begins to overflow the banks upstream of Westernport, but is affecting only the floodplain.
- 2.07 ft
- Right now
Impact statements from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Highest crests on record
| Rank | Level | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15.20 ft | May 13, 2025 |
| 2 | 13.86 ft | September 6, 1996 |
| 3 | 12.49 ft | September 8, 2004 |
| 4 | 12.47 ft | April 29, 1964 |
| 5 | 12.17 ft | October 15, 1942 |
| 6 | 11.93 ft | October 15, 1954 |
| 7 | 11.87 ft | November 4, 1985 |
| 8 | 11.01 ft | January 19, 1996 |
| 9 | 10.94 ft | October 28, 1937 |
| 10 | 10.86 ft | July 12, 1949 |
Weather at the gauge
No rain in the last 3 days.
Forecast: Open-Meteo
Map
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Level | Compared with normal | 24 hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Branch Potomac River at LukeRiver gauge, North Branch Potomac River | 2.02 ft | Below flood stage | −0.02 ft | 1.7 mi |
| Savage River below Savage River Dam near BloomingtonRiver gauge, Savage River | 74.2 cfs | Normal | ±0 | 4.0 mi |
| North Branch Potomac River at BarnumRiver gauge, North Branch Potomac River | 346 cfs | High | −9.0 cfs | 5.1 mi |
| Savage River near BartonRiver gauge, Savage River | 26.9 cfs | Normal | −3.6 cfs | 5.6 mi |
| North Branch Potomac River at KitzmillerRiver gauge, North Branch Potomac River | 3.03 ft | Below flood stage | −0.13 ft | 10 mi |
| North Glade Run near SwantonRiver gauge, North Glade Run | 2.5 cfs | Normal | −0.3 cfs | 11 mi |
| Abram Creek at OakmontRiver gauge, Abram Creek | 3.06 ft | Below flood stage | −0.05 ft | 12 mi |
| Patterson Creek near HeadsvilleRiver gauge, Patterson Creek | 3.54 ft | Below flood stage | −0.11 ft | 13 mi |
Questions and answers
What is flood stage for Georges Creek at Franklin?
The official flood stage is 9.10 ft. The level is currently 7.03 ft below it.
Is gage height the same as water depth?
No. Gage height is measured from a fixed reference point chosen by the agency, so a reading of 10 ft does not mean the river is 10 ft deep.
What is the water level of Georges Creek at Franklin today?
On Oct 19, 2026, 03:45 PM EDT, the water level was 2.07 ft. Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is Georges Creek at Franklin rising or falling?
Steady over the last 24 hours.
Is the level of Georges Creek at Franklin normal?
Below flood stage. Judged against the official flood stage for this gauge.
What is the highest water level ever recorded at Georges Creek at Franklin?
The highest level on record is 15.20 ft on May 13, 2025.
How often is this data updated?
The U.S. Geological Survey publishes a new reading every 15 minutes. This page refreshes within minutes of each update.
For specialists
Station codes, datum, parameters, data quality and downloads
- Operator
- U.S. Geological Survey
- Station code
usgs:01599000(Agency page)- Coordinates
39.50091, -79.04882(WGS84)- Vertical datum
- NAVD88
- Update interval
- every 15 minutes
- Licence
- Public domain. Data: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), provisional data subject to revision
Published series
| Parameter | Last value | Time (UTC) | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water level | 2.07 ft | 2026-10-19 19:45 | Provisional |
| Flow | 19.6 cfs | 2026-10-19 19:45 | Provisional |
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U.S. Geological Survey: Georges Creek at Franklin (usgs:01599000). Accessed October 19, 2026 via Nivelmap, https://nivelmap.com/en/united-states/maryland/georges-creek-at-franklin
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