Big Elk Creek at Elk Mills
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 19.0 ft on Jun 1, 1884 (historic crest)
- 15.1 ft on Sep 2, 2021 (historic crest)
- 14.5 ft on Sep 16, 1999 (historic crest)
- 14.5 ft on Jul 5, 1937 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 10.0 ft | Main St in Elkton starts to flood. |
|---|---|
| 13.0 ft | Main and Bridge Streets are submerged. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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