Western Run at Western Run
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 26.0 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 13.3 ft on Sep 7, 2011 (historic crest)
- 13.2 ft on Sep 6, 1979 (historic crest)
- 12.6 ft on Sep 26, 1975 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Pastureland near the gauge begins to flood. Water begins to cover Western Run Road. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Portions of Western Run Road and Thornton Mill Road are flooded. |
| 12.0 ft | Water completely covers the Western Run Road bridge over Western Run. |
| 13.0 ft | York Road is flooded at Western Run near Cockeysville. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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