Saranac River at Plattsburgh
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.8 ft on Apr 8, 1928 (historic crest)
- 12.1 ft on Nov 9, 1996 (historic crest)
- 10.9 ft on May 12, 1943 (historic crest)
- 10.7 ft on Apr 1, 1998 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | The Saranac River is at bankfull. The river is near the drainage holes in the levee at Underwood Trailer Park. No damage at this stage, but plugs should be placed in levee at Underwood Trailer Park to prevent water from entering. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Underwood Trailer Park protected by levee if drain plugs are in. Levee should be monitored for weakening. |
| 12.0 ft | Water levels equal the November 1996 flooding. Underwood Trailer Park is protected by the levee, but it should be monitored for weakening. Flooding of lowlands occurs in Morrisonville east of Mason Street. |
Forecast office: NWS South Burlington · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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