Quinnipiac River at Southington
Connecticut — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Hartford County, Connecticut on the Quinnipiac River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: QPCC3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
10.5 ft
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
8.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Major river flooding occurs at this elevation. Widespread inundation of areas along the river With Road closures expanding.Evacuations are ususually occurring by this time.
6 ft
Moderate flooding continues with localized evacuations needed. Impact both to residential and business interests.
5 ft
Moderate flooding develops at and above 5 feet. Signifcant Road flooding begins and some structures become flooded along the river.
4.5 ft
Flooding continues to impact low lying areas and basement levels of some riverside homes. Several riverside roads are closed off to traffic.
4 ft
Minor flooding begins to impact several roadways. Some Road closures take place as the river climbs above 4 feet.
3.5 ft
Minor flooding develops at this elevation. Primary impact is for lowland flooding and some flooding of basements along the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2024 | 10.49 ft | 952 cfs |
| Jan 10, 2024 | 10.49 ft | 952 cfs |
| Apr 15, 2007 | 10.47 ft | — |
| Apr 15, 2007 | 10.47 ft | — |
| Sep 2, 2021 | 10.13 ft | 891 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
QPCC3
River
Quinnipiac River
County
Hartford, CT
Coordinates
41.6034°N, 72.8832°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Quinnipiac River at Southington?
The Quinnipiac River at Southington gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Quinnipiac River at Southington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Quinnipiac River at Southington is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Quinnipiac River rises?
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Where is the Quinnipiac River at Southington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hartford County, Connecticut at coordinates 41.6034°N, 72.8832°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS webpage for Quinnipiac River at Southington CT