West Branch Herring Run at Idlewylde
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 12.5 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 12.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 10.9 ft on Aug 14, 2012 (historic crest)
- 9.4 ft on Aug 13, 2018 (historic crest)
- 9.0 ft on Jun 27, 2016 (historic crest)
- 7.7 ft on Feb 24, 2016 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Water begins to overflow the banks near Hillen Road, but no impacts are observed. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | The river exceeds its banks and begins to flood yards on the right bank. |
| 9.0 ft | Yards near the gage and portions of Mount Pleasant Golf Course begin to flood. |
| 12.5 ft | Water covers Regester Street and Hillen Road, and homes near the gauge begin to flood. |
| 14.0 ft | Major flooding is ongoing with roads and structures flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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