A frozen USGS rapid deployment streamgage measures the height of the Maple River near Page, North Dakota. RDGs can be installed on short notice to provide additional information at locations that are normally not gauged.
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Access streamflow, precipitation, rate of change, NWS weather and flood stage, and more in the new National Water Dashboard
Access streamflow, precipitation, rate of change, NWS weather and flood stage, and more in the new National Water Dashboard
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Access information and data associated with short-term, storm-event-based collection efforts
Access information and data associated with short-term, storm-event-based collection efforts
Visualize flooding
Interactive data visualizations for flooding related to hurricanes and flood events, quarterly streamflow summaries, and more
Interactive data visualizations for flooding related to hurricanes and flood events, quarterly streamflow summaries, and more
The USGS collects flood data and conducts targeted flood science to help Federal, State, and local agencies, decision makers, and the public before, during, and after a flood. Our efforts provide situational awareness, drive predictive models, inform infrastructure design and operation, undergird floodplain mapping, assist flood constituent/load quantification, and facilitate flood impact assessments.
Use this website to discover real-time and historic flood data and scientific investigations, and learn how we collect data while addressing logistical and technical challenges.
USGS Flood Current Conditions and Notifications
The USGS offers multiple products that allow our stakeholders and the public to be notified of high-flow conditions and USGS flood response activities:
- National Water Dashboard: Access current flood and high-flow conditions, along with other streamflow information
- Regional and Local Flood Alerts: View current and historical alerts of flooding and response activities; subscribe to RSS feeds
- WaterAlert: The WaterAlert service provides notifications to your email or phone for changes in water conditions based on thresholds you choose.
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Flood Resources from our Partners
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National Weather Service River Observations and Forecast
National Weather Service Riverwatch: Mississippi River Basin Forecasts
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USGS Responds to Spring Flooding in North Dakota
A frozen USGS rapid deployment streamgage measures the height of the Maple River near Page, North Dakota. RDGs can be installed on short notice to provide additional information at locations that are normally not gauged.
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MNUSGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN with High River Water Level From Flood.
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MNUSGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN with High River Water Level From Flood.
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and Flooding
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and FloodingUSGS Storm Tide Sensors are specialized scientific instruments used to measure the depth and duration of storm surge during coastal storms. The data these sensors collect before, during and after a storm will help public officials assess storm damage, and improve computer models used to forecast storm surge and coastal change.
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and Flooding
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and FloodingUSGS Storm Tide Sensors are specialized scientific instruments used to measure the depth and duration of storm surge during coastal storms. The data these sensors collect before, during and after a storm will help public officials assess storm damage, and improve computer models used to forecast storm surge and coastal change.
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major flood
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major floodAndrew Clark is measuring the overflow section of a major flood at the Little Arkansas River near Sedgwick, Kansas USGS stream gage 07144100.
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major flood
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major floodAndrew Clark is measuring the overflow section of a major flood at the Little Arkansas River near Sedgwick, Kansas USGS stream gage 07144100.
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux River
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux RiverUSGS technician Chris Broz helps take water measurements on the Big Sioux River during record flooding in March, 2019.
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux River
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux RiverUSGS technician Chris Broz helps take water measurements on the Big Sioux River during record flooding in March, 2019.
Spring 2019 Flooding - Louisville, NE
After record flooding in the Midwest, USGS crews mobilized to take important water measurements.
After record flooding in the Midwest, USGS crews mobilized to take important water measurements.
USGS Storm-Tide Sensor for Hurricane Florence
A USGS storm-tide sensor, deployed in advance of Hurricane Florence's landfall. The sensors are housed in vented steel pipes a few inches wide and about a foot long. They are being installed on bridges, piers, and other structures that have a good chance of surviving the storm.
A USGS storm-tide sensor, deployed in advance of Hurricane Florence's landfall. The sensors are housed in vented steel pipes a few inches wide and about a foot long. They are being installed on bridges, piers, and other structures that have a good chance of surviving the storm.
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River FloodAerial Image of the effects of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River FloodAerial Image of the effects of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British ColumbiaPeak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British ColumbiaPeak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine, following rainfall and snowmelt that led to high water levels in the Fish and St. John Rivers in April and May of 2018.
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine, following rainfall and snowmelt that led to high water levels in the Fish and St. John Rivers in April and May of 2018.
Rapid Deployment Gage in Soldier Pond, Maine
USGS field crews installed a temporary rapid deployment gage on May 2, 2018, at Soldier Pond in the Fish River to monitor flooding near Fort Kent in Maine.
USGS field crews installed a temporary rapid deployment gage on May 2, 2018, at Soldier Pond in the Fish River to monitor flooding near Fort Kent in Maine.
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment GaugeJim Duda, USGS hydrologic technician, installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge near the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia, to monitor elevated water levels caused by Hurricane Jose. An RDG is a fully functional streamgage designed to be quickly deployed for real-time data monitoring of a stream or river in emergency situations.
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment GaugeJim Duda, USGS hydrologic technician, installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge near the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia, to monitor elevated water levels caused by Hurricane Jose. An RDG is a fully functional streamgage designed to be quickly deployed for real-time data monitoring of a stream or river in emergency situations.
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe River
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe RiverUSGS scientist Alec MacDonald takes flood measurements on the Guadalupe River in Victoria, Texas.
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe River
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe RiverUSGS scientist Alec MacDonald takes flood measurements on the Guadalupe River in Victoria, Texas.
USGS scientists installs storm-tide sensor
USGS scientist Darwin Ockerman installs a storm-tide sensor at Packery Channel near Corpus Christi, Texas.
USGS scientist Darwin Ockerman installs a storm-tide sensor at Packery Channel near Corpus Christi, Texas.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.USGS employee measuring road overflow during a record flood event at Little Wapsipinicon River near Oran, IA USGS gage ID 5420850
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.USGS employee measuring road overflow during a record flood event at Little Wapsipinicon River near Oran, IA USGS gage ID 5420850
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500USGS employee Aaron Walsh performing wire weight measurement in record flood at gage 7018500 Big River at Byrnesville, MO
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500USGS employee Aaron Walsh performing wire weight measurement in record flood at gage 7018500 Big River at Byrnesville, MO
Seaside Heights, NJ after Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy struck the New Jersey shore October 29–31, 2012. Houses, cars, and a street in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, were covered in beach sand after the hurricane's storm tide receded
Hurricane Sandy struck the New Jersey shore October 29–31, 2012. Houses, cars, and a street in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, were covered in beach sand after the hurricane's storm tide receded
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfallStorm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfallStorm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
2011: The Year of the Flood
Devastating floods across much of the U.S. were severe and unrelenting during the spring and summer of 2011. When floods happen, USGS crews are among the first-responders.
Devastating floods across much of the U.S. were severe and unrelenting during the spring and summer of 2011. When floods happen, USGS crews are among the first-responders.
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WY
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WYUSGS hydrographer Jerrod Wheeler (in cablecar) measures flood flows right before the gagehouse washes away.
06225500 Wind River near Crowheart, WY: Jul 01 2011; 13,900 ft3/s
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WY
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WYUSGS hydrographer Jerrod Wheeler (in cablecar) measures flood flows right before the gagehouse washes away.
06225500 Wind River near Crowheart, WY: Jul 01 2011; 13,900 ft3/s
Souris River Flooding
Souris River in Minot, North Dakota flooded many buildings and homes in the Odds Mobile Home Park.
Photo taken by USGS personnel during a FEMA Flood Inundation Mapping Project.
Souris River in Minot, North Dakota flooded many buildings and homes in the Odds Mobile Home Park.
Photo taken by USGS personnel during a FEMA Flood Inundation Mapping Project.
The USGS collects flood data and conducts targeted flood science to help Federal, State, and local agencies, decision makers, and the public before, during, and after a flood. Our efforts provide situational awareness, drive predictive models, inform infrastructure design and operation, undergird floodplain mapping, assist flood constituent/load quantification, and facilitate flood impact assessments.
Use this website to discover real-time and historic flood data and scientific investigations, and learn how we collect data while addressing logistical and technical challenges.
USGS Flood Current Conditions and Notifications
The USGS offers multiple products that allow our stakeholders and the public to be notified of high-flow conditions and USGS flood response activities:
- National Water Dashboard: Access current flood and high-flow conditions, along with other streamflow information
- Regional and Local Flood Alerts: View current and historical alerts of flooding and response activities; subscribe to RSS feeds
- WaterAlert: The WaterAlert service provides notifications to your email or phone for changes in water conditions based on thresholds you choose.
Media
Sources/Usage: Public Domain. View Media Details
Other USGS Flood Resources
Flood Resources from our Partners
Media
Sources/Usage: Public Domain. View Media Details
National Weather Service River Observations and Forecast
National Weather Service Riverwatch: Mississippi River Basin Forecasts
Filter Total Items: 52
USGS Responds to Spring Flooding in North Dakota
A frozen USGS rapid deployment streamgage measures the height of the Maple River near Page, North Dakota. RDGs can be installed on short notice to provide additional information at locations that are normally not gauged.
A frozen USGS rapid deployment streamgage measures the height of the Maple River near Page, North Dakota. RDGs can be installed on short notice to provide additional information at locations that are normally not gauged.
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MNUSGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN with High River Water Level From Flood.
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN
USGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MNUSGS gage 05293000 YELLOW BANK RIVER NEAR ODESSA, MN with High River Water Level From Flood.
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and Flooding
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and FloodingUSGS Storm Tide Sensors are specialized scientific instruments used to measure the depth and duration of storm surge during coastal storms. The data these sensors collect before, during and after a storm will help public officials assess storm damage, and improve computer models used to forecast storm surge and coastal change.
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and Flooding
USGS Storm Tide Sensors: Measuring Coastal Storm Tide and FloodingUSGS Storm Tide Sensors are specialized scientific instruments used to measure the depth and duration of storm surge during coastal storms. The data these sensors collect before, during and after a storm will help public officials assess storm damage, and improve computer models used to forecast storm surge and coastal change.
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major flood
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major floodAndrew Clark is measuring the overflow section of a major flood at the Little Arkansas River near Sedgwick, Kansas USGS stream gage 07144100.
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major flood
USGS hydro tech taking measurement during major floodAndrew Clark is measuring the overflow section of a major flood at the Little Arkansas River near Sedgwick, Kansas USGS stream gage 07144100.
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux River
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux RiverUSGS technician Chris Broz helps take water measurements on the Big Sioux River during record flooding in March, 2019.
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux River
USGS crews respond to flooding on the Big Sioux RiverUSGS technician Chris Broz helps take water measurements on the Big Sioux River during record flooding in March, 2019.
Spring 2019 Flooding - Louisville, NE
After record flooding in the Midwest, USGS crews mobilized to take important water measurements.
After record flooding in the Midwest, USGS crews mobilized to take important water measurements.
USGS Storm-Tide Sensor for Hurricane Florence
A USGS storm-tide sensor, deployed in advance of Hurricane Florence's landfall. The sensors are housed in vented steel pipes a few inches wide and about a foot long. They are being installed on bridges, piers, and other structures that have a good chance of surviving the storm.
A USGS storm-tide sensor, deployed in advance of Hurricane Florence's landfall. The sensors are housed in vented steel pipes a few inches wide and about a foot long. They are being installed on bridges, piers, and other structures that have a good chance of surviving the storm.
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River FloodAerial Image of the effects of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Aerial Image of the Deposits of the 2011 Missouri River FloodAerial Image of the effects of the 2011 Missouri River Flood
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British ColumbiaPeak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Peak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British ColumbiaPeak-flow measurement at Flathead River at Flathead, British Columbia
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine, following rainfall and snowmelt that led to high water levels in the Fish and St. John Rivers in April and May of 2018.
Flooding in Soldier Pond, Maine, following rainfall and snowmelt that led to high water levels in the Fish and St. John Rivers in April and May of 2018.
Rapid Deployment Gage in Soldier Pond, Maine
USGS field crews installed a temporary rapid deployment gage on May 2, 2018, at Soldier Pond in the Fish River to monitor flooding near Fort Kent in Maine.
USGS field crews installed a temporary rapid deployment gage on May 2, 2018, at Soldier Pond in the Fish River to monitor flooding near Fort Kent in Maine.
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment GaugeJim Duda, USGS hydrologic technician, installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge near the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia, to monitor elevated water levels caused by Hurricane Jose. An RDG is a fully functional streamgage designed to be quickly deployed for real-time data monitoring of a stream or river in emergency situations.
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge
A USGS hydrologic technician installs a Rapid-Deployment GaugeJim Duda, USGS hydrologic technician, installs a Rapid-Deployment Gauge near the Elizabeth River in Norfolk, Virginia, to monitor elevated water levels caused by Hurricane Jose. An RDG is a fully functional streamgage designed to be quickly deployed for real-time data monitoring of a stream or river in emergency situations.
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe River
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe RiverUSGS scientist Alec MacDonald takes flood measurements on the Guadalupe River in Victoria, Texas.
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe River
Measuring Hurricane Harvey Flooding on the Guadalupe RiverUSGS scientist Alec MacDonald takes flood measurements on the Guadalupe River in Victoria, Texas.
USGS scientists installs storm-tide sensor
USGS scientist Darwin Ockerman installs a storm-tide sensor at Packery Channel near Corpus Christi, Texas.
USGS scientist Darwin Ockerman installs a storm-tide sensor at Packery Channel near Corpus Christi, Texas.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.USGS employee measuring road overflow during a record flood event at Little Wapsipinicon River near Oran, IA USGS gage ID 5420850
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.
USGS Employee Measuring Road Overflow During A Record Flood Event.USGS employee measuring road overflow during a record flood event at Little Wapsipinicon River near Oran, IA USGS gage ID 5420850
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500USGS employee Aaron Walsh performing wire weight measurement in record flood at gage 7018500 Big River at Byrnesville, MO
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500
USGS Employee Performing Measurement In Record Flood At Gage 7018500USGS employee Aaron Walsh performing wire weight measurement in record flood at gage 7018500 Big River at Byrnesville, MO
Seaside Heights, NJ after Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy struck the New Jersey shore October 29–31, 2012. Houses, cars, and a street in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, were covered in beach sand after the hurricane's storm tide receded
Hurricane Sandy struck the New Jersey shore October 29–31, 2012. Houses, cars, and a street in Seaside Heights, New Jersey, were covered in beach sand after the hurricane's storm tide receded
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfallStorm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
Storm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfallStorm surge sensor installation prior to Hurricane Irene landfall
2011: The Year of the Flood
Devastating floods across much of the U.S. were severe and unrelenting during the spring and summer of 2011. When floods happen, USGS crews are among the first-responders.
Devastating floods across much of the U.S. were severe and unrelenting during the spring and summer of 2011. When floods happen, USGS crews are among the first-responders.
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WY
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WYUSGS hydrographer Jerrod Wheeler (in cablecar) measures flood flows right before the gagehouse washes away.
06225500 Wind River near Crowheart, WY: Jul 01 2011; 13,900 ft3/s
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WY
USGS personnel measure flood waters on Wind River, WYUSGS hydrographer Jerrod Wheeler (in cablecar) measures flood flows right before the gagehouse washes away.
06225500 Wind River near Crowheart, WY: Jul 01 2011; 13,900 ft3/s
Souris River Flooding
Souris River in Minot, North Dakota flooded many buildings and homes in the Odds Mobile Home Park.
Photo taken by USGS personnel during a FEMA Flood Inundation Mapping Project.
Souris River in Minot, North Dakota flooded many buildings and homes in the Odds Mobile Home Park.
Photo taken by USGS personnel during a FEMA Flood Inundation Mapping Project.