Dead Run near Catonsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.3 ft on Jul 30, 2016 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on May 27, 2018 (historic crest)
- 8.3 ft on Sep 7, 2011 (historic crest)
- 7.9 ft on Jul 23, 2008 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Water fills the culvert under Black Friars Road and covers yards in the vicinity. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Water covers Black Friars Road, and approaches a playground and pool area downstream. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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