Deer Creek (MD) near Darlington
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 14.0 ft; major flooding begins at 17.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 14.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 17.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.0 ft on Apr 30, 2014 (historic crest)
- 13.5 ft on Aug 31, 2018 (historic crest)
- 12.3 ft on Jun 28, 2006 (historic crest)
- 11.9 ft on Jan 10, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Overbank flooding is occurring near Deer Creek, but no impacts are observed. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Water approaches Wilsons Mill near Darlington. |
| 14.0 ft | Water approaches Nobles Mill between Darlington and Churchville. |
| 17.0 ft | Nobles Mill Road is flooded, along with Nobles Mill and Wilsons Mill. Water approaches other structures. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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