Smith Creek near New Market
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 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 15.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 15.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.6 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 16.4 ft on Oct 6, 1972 (historic crest)
- 16.2 ft on Sep 19, 2003 (historic crest)
- 13.2 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Fields near the creek are flooded. Water also reaches Route 826. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Mount Airy Lane begins to flood. Route 826 is also flooded, and agricultural flooding is becoming widespread. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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