Tenmile River near Gaylordsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.9 ft on Aug 19, 1955 (historic crest)
- 12.8 ft on Sep 22, 1938 (historic crest)
- 11.6 ft on Mar 12, 1936 (historic crest)
- 11.4 ft on May 31, 1984 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Action stage and the river is near bankfull. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Minor flood stage and the river begins to overflow. |
| 10.0 ft | Moderate flood stage. |
| 11.0 ft | There is widespread flooding with numerous evacuations. |
| 12.0 ft | Major flood stage. |
Forecast office: NWS Albany · River Forecast Center: Northeast River Forecast Center.
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