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Seneca River Water Level

Live gauge height for Seneca River, measured at USGS station SENECA R (BARGE CANAL) AT CROSS LAKE NR JORDAN NY (2.1 mi from the nearest mapped ramp).

Current gauge height
7.92 ft
Updated 1 hr ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.27 ft
30-day avg: 8.19 ft
Streamflow
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30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-09-18Range: 7.99–8.39 ft2026-10-16

Seneca River is currently 0.3 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Seneca River (15)

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Seneca River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Seneca River today?

The USGS gauge for Seneca River (SENECA R (BARGE CANAL) AT CROSS LAKE NR JORDAN NY) currently reads a gauge height of 7.92 feet, 0.3 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Seneca River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Seneca River is 0.3 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Seneca River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 15 boat ramps on Seneca River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 04237020. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.