Little Gunpowder Falls at Laurel Brook
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.5 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.4 ft on Jul 1, 1984 (historic crest)
- 10.3 ft on Aug 23, 1933 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 9.8 ft on Jan 26, 1978 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Water overflowing the banks may affect nearby trails. |
|---|---|
| 7.5 ft | Portions of Bottom Road begin to flood. |
| 8.0 ft | Portions of Guyton Road begin to flood. |
| 16.5 ft | The bridge over Little Gunpowder Falls begins to flood at Bottom Road. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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