Major Flood
14 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Flooding begins along Route 8 from the Naugatuck Town Line downstream to the Seymour Town Line.
20 ft
The river level just touches the underside of the bridge on Bridge Street.
12 ft
Flooding begins in the upstream towns of Waterbury and Naugatuck.
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 | 25.7 ft | 106,000 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 14.36 ft | — |
| Mar 11, 1936 | 14.1 ft | 23,300 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BEAC3
River
Naugatuck River
County
New Haven, CT
Coordinates
41.4422°N, 73.0631°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls?
The Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01208500) 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 Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Naugatuck River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls 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 Naugatuck River at Beacon Falls gauge located?
The gauge is located in New Haven County, Connecticut at coordinates 41.4422°N, 73.0631°W. USGS site number: 01208500. 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