Major Flood
12.3 ft
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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
10.9 ft
Minor Flood
9.3 ft
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About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STDC3
River
Long Island Sound
County
Fairfield, CT
Coordinates
41.0383°N, 73.5467°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW)?
The Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01209788) 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 Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW) is 9.3 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10.9 feet, and major flooding at 12.3 feet.
How do I get alerts when Long Island Sound rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW) 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 Long Island Sound at Stamford (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fairfield County, Connecticut at coordinates 41.0383°N, 73.5467°W. USGS site number: 01209788. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey