Hockanum River at East Hartford
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 13.8 ft on Sep 21, 1938 (historic crest)
- 12.0 ft on Oct 15, 2005 (historic crest)
- 11.9 ft on Jan 25, 1979 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Aug 23, 2021 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.5 ft | The river begins to flood Burnside Ave, Route 44, in East Hartford. |
|---|---|
| 10.5 ft | Floodwaters begin to back up behind the Walnut Street Bridge. |
| 12.0 ft | Impacted areas include lower lying spots on Arbitus and Preston Streets, as well as Burnside Ave. |
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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