Farmington River at Tariffville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 11.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 11.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 22.8 ft on Aug 19, 1955 (historic crest)
- 14.0 ft on Sep 22, 1938 (historic crest)
- 10.7 ft on Mar 23, 1980 (historic crest)
- 10.5 ft on Jun 7, 1982 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Flooding of the lowest lying areas along the Farmington River at and below Tariffville is expected. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Flooding of the lowest lying areas along the Farmington River at and below Tariffville is expected. |
| 12.0 ft | This is a serious flood event. Homes and businesses along the river from the Tarriffville area downstream should expect flooding. Should evacuations become necessary, act quickly and follow the directions of your local emergency management officials. |
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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