Monocacy River at Monocacy Blvd. in Frederick
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.8 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.2 ft; major flooding begins at 23.5 ft.
| Action stage | 15.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.8 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.2 ft |
| Major flooding | 23.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 25.9 ft on Sep 2, 2021 (historic crest)
- 25.6 ft on Oct 31, 2012 (historic crest)
- 24.7 ft on Dec 12, 2003 (historic crest)
- 24.6 ft on Apr 17, 2011 (historic crest)
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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