Hogue Creek near Hayfield
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 4.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 4.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.7 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 8.8 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 8.6 ft on Aug 6, 1978 (historic crest)
- 8.4 ft on Jun 3, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 4.0 ft | The low water bridge on Indian Hollow Road floods. |
|---|---|
| 6.0 ft | Water begins to overflow the banks but there is no impact. |
| 8.0 ft | Fields and yards near the creek are flooded. Access to some residences may be restricted by high water. |
| 10.0 ft | Water approaches Route 614 near the creek. |
| 12.0 ft | Nearly two feet of water covers a portion of Route 614 near the creek. Significant flooding of fields and yards is occurring. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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