Major Flood
23 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
21 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Comparable to the FEMA 0.2 percent flood level. A large portion of the Penobscot River Valley underwater. Flood waters reach Main St in Old Town with significant impacts to Water Street properties. Down Street on Indian Island flooded near West Street cutting off access south. Significant flooding in Milford with access in and out of the area on Route 2 cut off. State Route 116 near Tree Farm Road in Old Town flooded.
23 ft
Flood inundation near the FEMA 1 percent flood hazard level. Record flooding similar to the Flood of 1987. Floodwaters breach the railroad tracks in Old Town, flooding portions of Water Street. Lower portions of French Island including Bodwell St and River St inundated. Significant flooding along Main St in Bradley depending on backwater and flows from the Otter Stream. Wabanaki Way on Indian Isolated flooded in multiple locations.
22 ft
Significant inundation of low lying lands along the river. Potential for greater impacts in the upper portion of the reach around Old Town with large contributions from the Stillwater River. The backyards of properties north of North Main St in Brewer inundated with some impacts to outbuildings possible.
21 ft
Backwater effects from the Penobscot can cause flooding at the confluence of the Otter and Great Works Streams in Bradley, flooding portions of Route 178.
18 ft
Minor lowland flooding occurs. Swiftly moving water can pose an imminent threat to life.
16 ft
River approaches bankfull.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 1987 | 23.53 ft | 159,000 cfs |
| May 1, 2008 | 19.57 ft | — |
| Apr 30, 2005 | 18.72 ft | 106,399 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EDDM1
River
Penobscot River
County
Penobscot, ME
Coordinates
44.8267°N, 68.6967°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Penobscot River at Eddington?
The Penobscot River at Eddington gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01036390) 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 Penobscot River at Eddington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Penobscot River at Eddington is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Penobscot River rises?
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Where is the Penobscot River at Eddington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Penobscot County, Maine at coordinates 44.8267°N, 68.6967°W. USGS site number: 01036390. 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.
- Stage may be affected by ice.