Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Impacted areas include lower lying spots on Arbitus and Preston Streets, as well as Burnside Ave.
10.5 ft
Floodwaters begin to back up behind the Walnut Street Bridge.
9.5 ft
The river begins to flood Burnside Ave, Route 44, in East Hartford.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 1938 | 13.78 ft | 5,160 cfs |
| Oct 14, 2005 | 12.03 ft | — |
| Jan 24, 1979 | 11.93 ft | 3,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EHDC3
River
Hockanum River
County
Hartford, CT
Coordinates
41.7831°N, 72.5878°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hockanum River at East Hartford?
The Hockanum River at East Hartford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01192500) 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 Hockanum River at East Hartford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hockanum River at East Hartford is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hockanum River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Hockanum River at East Hartford 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 Hockanum River at East Hartford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hartford County, Connecticut at coordinates 41.7831°N, 72.5878°W. USGS site number: 01192500. 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.