Kenduskeag Stream near Bangor
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.8 ft on Jan 15, 2018 (historic crest)
- 11.2 ft on Apr 16, 2014 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Apr 15, 1909 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Mar 13, 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 bankfull in the Six Mile Falls area and may begin flooding low-lying properties. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Minor flooding of low-lying wooded properties above Six Mile Falls in the areas upstream of Route 15. |
| 12.5 ft | Water approaches commercial structures on the stream side of Route 15 at Route 221 intersection. Significant life-threatening flow in Six Mile Falls. |
Forecast office: NWS Caribou · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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