Mattaponi River near Beulahville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 16.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft.
| Action stage | 16.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 24.0 ft on Aug 23, 1969 (historic crest)
- 24.0 ft on Jun 15, 1889 (historic crest)
- 24.0 ft on Jun 25, 1972 (historic crest)
- 23.0 ft on Aug 15, 1928 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 20.0 ft | Water encroaches on low spots along Spring Cottage Road downstream of the gage. |
|---|---|
| 23.0 ft | River stage sensor operating limit |
Forecast office: NWS Wakefield · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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