Connecticut River at Springfield
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 18.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 22.0 ft; major flooding begins at 24.0 ft.
| Action stage | 18.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 24.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 28.6 ft on Mar 20, 1936 (historic crest)
- 25.8 ft on Sep 23, 1938 (historic crest)
- 22.6 ft on Jun 1, 1984 (historic crest)
- 22.5 ft on Nov 6, 1927 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 20.0 ft | Lowland flooding in the Market Gardens and Riverdale sections of West Springfield is expected. |
|---|---|
| 21.0 ft | Flooding of low lying sections of West Springfield and Springfield outside of levee protection is expected. Flooding also occurs in lowest lying areas adjacent to the river in Longmeadow and Agawam. |
| 24.0 ft | This is a serious flood situation. Action must be taken now to protect life and property. Follow the directions provided by your local emergency management officials. Flooding in Chicopee is likely, outside those areas protected by the levees as well as through Springfield and West Springfield. |
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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