Mattawoman Creek near Pomonkey
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 8.0 ft on Sep 8, 2011 (historic crest)
- 7.9 ft on May 12, 2008 (historic crest)
- 7.7 ft on Oct 12, 2018 (historic crest)
- 7.5 ft on Aug 13, 1955 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 4.0 ft | Water begins to overflow the banks into swampy areas nearby. No impacts are observed. |
|---|---|
| 7.0 ft | Pomfret Road begins to flood. |
| 8.0 ft | Pomfret Road is flooded and closed. |
| 10.0 ft | Bumpy Oak Road and the Indian Head Rail Trail bridge both are flooded. |
| 11.0 ft | Water completely covers the bridge on Pomfret Road. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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