Northeast Branch Anacostia River at Riverdale
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 16.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 16.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 13.4 ft on Aug 23, 1933 (historic crest)
- 13.4 ft on Jul 3, 2022 (historic crest)
- 11.2 ft on Jul 4, 2004 (historic crest)
- 10.8 ft on Oct 16, 1942 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.0 ft | Water leaves the banks and begins to cover an athletic field off Tanglewood Drive. No other impacts are noted. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | The Northeast Branch Trail begins to flood in spots. |
| 11.0 ft | Athletic fields off Tanglewood Drive are fully flooded. |
| 12.0 ft | Water reaches Tanglewood Drive in spots, as well as a parking lot near Riverdale. |
| 13.0 ft | Water approaches homes and businesses. |
| 14.0 ft | Much of Tanglewood Drive is flooded, along with some structures. |
| 16.0 ft | Numerous roads and structures are flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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