Cedar Run near Catlett
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 21.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 21.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 27.7 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 22.0 ft on Oct 15, 1942 (historic crest)
- 18.2 ft on Jul 12, 2013 (historic crest)
- 17.6 ft on Dec 11, 1992 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Water overflows the banks into lowlands. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Water approaches a low spot on Flatwood Lane near Catlett. |
| 21.0 ft | The bridge over Cedar Run on Route 806 floods, and water enters structures nearby. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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