Major Flood
19 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Major flooding occurring. FEMA 1 percent flood level, otherwise referred to as a 100 year flood.
18.5 ft
Moderate flooding occurring. Elm Street inundated in South Andover.
17 ft
Decking on covered bridge in South Andover flooded.
16 ft
Minor flooding occurring. Covered Bridge Road flooded in South Andover.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2023 | 21.29 ft | 15,798 cfs |
| Dec 17, 2003 | 19.26 ft | 7,830 cfs |
| Dec 28, 1969 | 19.23 ft | 7,760 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ellis River at South Andover?
The Ellis River at South Andover gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01054300) 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 Ellis River at South Andover?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ellis River at South Andover is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ellis River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ellis River at South Andover 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 Ellis River at South Andover gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oxford County, Maine at coordinates 44.5936°N, 70.7336°W. USGS site number: 01054300. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Androscoggin River at Rumford
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS Station Information