Charles River at Waltham
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 4.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 5.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 7.0 ft; major flooding begins at 9.0 ft.
| Action stage | 4.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 5.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 9.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 7.6 ft on Mar 16, 2010 (historic crest)
- 6.5 ft on Feb 3, 1976 (historic crest)
- 6.5 ft on Jan 25, 1979 (historic crest)
- 6.5 ft on Mar 31, 2010 (historic crest)
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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