Historical Crests (1) 43.30 ft on 06/01/1889 (2) 43.00 ft on 03/18/1936 (3) 42.10 ft on 06/23/1972 (4) 32.00 ft on 11/26/1950 (5) 31.68 ft on 09/19/2004 Show More Historical Crests
Low Water Records (1) 1.30 ft on 09/04/1968 (2) 1.30 ft on 07/18/1969 (3) 1.50 ft on 10/04/1948 (4) 1.70 ft on 10/31/1951 (5) 2.10 ft on 11/17/1971 Show More Low Water Records
Latitude/Longitude Disclaimer: The gauge location shown in the above map is the approximate location based on the latitude/longitude coordinates provided to the NWS by the gauge owner.
Flood Impacts & Photos
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Widespread inundation occurs on both banks of the river. A large portion of Lewistown is affected by flood waters.
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The right...or south bank begins to overflow. Expect water up to 6 feet deep in houses on West Elizabeth Street. Expect water up to 2 feet deep in houses on South Main Street.
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Widespread inundation occurs in and around Lewistown. Water reaches South Main Street.
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Considerable flood damage occurs to homes and businesses in and around Lewistown.
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Several homes on West Elizabeth Street will flood. Route 22 is also affected.
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Basement flooding occurs in the low lying areas adjacent to the river and Kishacoquillas Creek. Athletic fields will be inundated.
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Basements of a few homes in the lowest lying areas will flood. Backwater on Kishacoquillas Creek will affect the athletic fields.
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