Sideling Hill Creek near Bellegrove
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 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 17.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 17.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.4 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Sep 18, 2004 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on May 14, 2025 (historic crest)
- 10.0 ft on Mar 5, 2008 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.5 ft | Lowlands near the creek begin to flood. A low spot on Allegany Line Road may also be flooded. |
|---|---|
| 13.0 ft | Water approaches the westbound lanes of Interstate 68 just west of the creek. |
| 17.0 ft | Water approaches the intersection of Swain Hollow Road and Harry Norris Road. |
| 23.0 ft | Water covers the bridge on Zeigler Road. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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