Little Patuxent River at Allview
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 278.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 280.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 281.0 ft; major flooding begins at 283.0 ft.
| Action stage | 278.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 280.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 281.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 283.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 284.5 ft on May 28, 2018 (historic crest)
- 280.4 ft on Jun 4, 2018 (historic crest)
- 280.2 ft on Sep 7, 2011 (historic crest)
- 276.4 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.
| 278.0 ft | Water exceeds the banks of the Little Patuxent River. |
|---|---|
| 280.0 ft | Backyards and trails along the Little Patuxent River are flooded. |
| 281.0 ft | Water approaches a residence in the Columbia area. |
| 283.0 ft | Carlinda Avenue begins to flood at its lowest point. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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- Little Patuxent River near Savage NWS gauge · 3.8 mi
- Little Patuxent River at Centennial NWS gauge · 4.1 mi
- Centennial Branch Little Patuxent River at Centennial Lake NWS gauge · 4.1 mi