Winters Run near Benson
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.6 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 11.3 ft on Jul 1, 1984 (historic crest)
- 11.2 ft on Jun 28, 2006 (historic crest)
- 10.6 ft on Sep 16, 1999 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Water approaches Carrs Mill Road. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Carrs Mill Road is flooded by Winters Run. Overbank flooding is occurring along the creek. |
| 11.0 ft | Water covers a driveway off Whitaker Mill Road. Carrs Mill Road is covered by at least two feet of water. |
| 13.0 ft | Significant flooding is occurring along Winters Run, with multiple roads and structures affected. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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