Major Flood
11 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
This is a serious flood event. Homes and businesses along the river from the Tarriffville area downstream should expect flooding. Should evacuations become necessary, act quickly and follow the directions of your local emergency management officials.
10 ft
Flooding of the lowest lying areas along the Farmington River at and below Tariffville is expected.
9 ft
Flooding of the lowest lying areas along the Farmington River at and below Tariffville is expected.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 1955 | 22.8 ft | — |
| Sep 21, 1938 | 14 ft | 29,900 cfs |
| Mar 22, 1980 | 10.65 ft | 15,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TARC3
River
Farmington River
County
Hartford, CT
Coordinates
41.9083°N, 72.7594°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Farmington River at Tariffville?
The Farmington River at Tariffville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01189995) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Farmington River at Tariffville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Farmington River at Tariffville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Farmington River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Farmington River at Tariffville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Farmington River at Tariffville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hartford County, Connecticut at coordinates 41.9083°N, 72.7594°W. USGS site number: 01189995. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.