Nezinscot River at Turner Center
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 8.0 ft; major flooding begins at 9.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 9.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.2 ft on Mar 27, 1953 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on Apr 1, 1987 (historic crest)
- 8.7 ft on Dec 19, 2023 (historic crest)
- 8.7 ft on Apr 4, 2005 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.5 ft | Floodwaters approach the yards of School House Hill properties. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | Floodwaters inundate School House Hill Road. Numerous properties surrounded by floodwaters. |
| 10.0 ft | Water surrounds properties along Jordan Lane and Baizley Road in Turner. Water encroaches on properties off Cobb Road. |
Forecast office: NWS Gray · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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