Beaver River at Usquepaug
Highest recorded crests
- 4.0 ft on Oct 15, 2005 (historic crest)
- 3.8 ft on Jun 6, 1982 (historic crest)
- 3.6 ft on Apr 25, 1983 (historic crest)
- 3.4 ft on Jan 27, 1978 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.5 ft | River reaches bottom girder of state highway 138 bridge in richmond. |
|---|---|
| 12.0 ft | Floodwaters reach state highway 138 in richmond, with water backing up behind bridge. |
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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Nearby stations and gauges
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- Wood River near Arcadia NWS gauge · 7.4 mi
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