LITTLE SENECA CREEK TRIBUTARY NEAR CLARKSBURG, MD
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 14.0 ft |
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Highest recorded crests
- 9.0 ft on Jul 30, 2016 (historic crest)
- 8.4 ft on Oct 31, 2019 (historic crest)
- 8.3 ft on Sep 8, 2011 (historic crest)
- 7.9 ft on Jul 22, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | This is the highest level recorded at this location since it was established in 2004. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | Water from the stream begins to meet with a retention pond just south of Snowden Farm Parkway in Clarksburg. |
| 17.0 ft | Water begins to enter backyards on Sycamore Farm Drive. |
| 20.0 ft | Water approaches the rear of homes on Sycamore Farm Drive. |
| 28.0 ft | Water covers Snowden Farm Parkway. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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