Sheepscot River at North Whitefield
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 8.5 ft; major flooding begins at 9.5 ft.
| Action stage | 6.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 8.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 9.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 13.7 ft on Apr 1, 1987 (historic crest)
- 12.5 ft on Dec 18, 1973 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Apr 13, 1940 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Apr 25, 1983 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.5 ft | In Alna, Head Tide Road or Route 194 goes underwater just south of Hollywood Boulevard during periods of high streamflows and periods of high astronomical tides. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | In Alna, water up to properties off Head Tide Road. Serrel Road, Peaslee Road, and Dock Road also flooded. |
| 8.5 ft | Water enters properties off Head Tide Road in the historic district of Alna. |
| 9.5 ft | Water up to the first floor of multiple buildings in Alna. Several roads flooded in the community. |
| 14.1 ft | Gage house flooded. |
| 17.4 ft | Gage instruments overtopped. |
Forecast office: NWS Gray · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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