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Blackstone River at Northbridge

National Weather Service gauge NBRM3 · Massachusetts · Worcester County · 42.1537, -71.6520 · USGS 01110500

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 12.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.

Action stage8.0 ft
Minor flooding9.0 ft
Moderate flooding12.0 ft
Major flooding14.0 ft

Highest recorded crests

What the water does

National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.

9.0 ftFlooding of low lying areas along the river bank is likely between Northbridge and the Rhode Island and Massachusetts border.
11.0 ftFlooding is expected along the river from Northbridge through Uxbridge and Millville. Flooding will affect some homes and businesses along the river in these towns.
13.0 ftThis is a serious flood event. Flooding will spread into residences along the river on Main Street. Flooding will affect low lying areas from Northbridge to Millville. Buisnesses along the river should take the necessary actions to protect property along the river.
16.0 ftWidespread flooding is expected along the river. Numerous residences along Main Street along and downstream of the Sutton Street Bridge will experience flooding.

Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.

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