Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.1 ft on Aug 19, 1955 (historic crest)
- 12.9 ft on Sep 21, 1938 (historic crest)
- 11.2 ft on Mar 12, 1936 (historic crest)
- 11.0 ft on Aug 28, 2011 (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 reaches Route 8 near Otis. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Albany · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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