Cranberry Branch near Westminster
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 6.0 ft; major flooding begins at 9.0 ft.
| Action stage | 4.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 5.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 6.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 9.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 8.9 ft on Jul 25, 2018 (historic crest)
- 7.5 ft on Sep 26, 1975 (historic crest)
- 5.8 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 5.8 ft on Jun 10, 2021 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 4.0 ft | Water begins to overflow the stream into some yards. |
|---|---|
| 5.5 ft | An access road begins to flood. Water approaches basements. |
| 6.0 ft | Water approaches homes. |
| 9.0 ft | Major flooding is occurring with homes and roads flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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