Mount Hope River at Warrenville
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 8.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 10.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.5 ft on Sep 21, 1938 (historic crest)
- 10.7 ft on Jul 17, 2021 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Aug 19, 1955 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on Oct 15, 2005 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.0 ft | Minor flooding will occur to property immediately along the river in Ashford and the north portion of Mansfield. |
|---|---|
| 8.5 ft | Major flooding will occur along the river through Ashford and northern Mansfield. Some homes may experience flooding. A portion of Route 89 may also become impassible north of the Route 89/Route 44 interchange. |
Forecast office: NWS Norton · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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