Robinson River near Locust Dale
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 11.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 15.5 ft; major flooding begins at 24.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 15.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 24.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 23.9 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 23.9 ft on Oct 15, 1942 (historic crest)
- 22.9 ft on Jun 27, 1995 (historic crest)
- 21.2 ft on Jun 22, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 11.0 ft | Water covers a portion of Route 721 /Robinson River Road/. Agricultural flooding also begins nearby. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | Multiple spots on Route 721 are flooded, along with other nearby low lying land. Access may be affected for residents. |
| 15.5 ft | A private drive across from the gauge site begins to flood. This may affect access to a large area of property and farmland. |
| 18.0 ft | Extensive lowland flooding is occurring near Locust Dale. |
| 24.0 ft | Water goes over the bridge at the gauge site. Major flooding is occurring. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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