Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft
Maine — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Piscataquis County, Maine on the Piscataquis River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01031500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
18 ft
25,746 cfs
Moderate Flood
14 ft
16,814 cfs
Minor Flood
11 ft
10,975 cfs
Action Stage
9 ft
7,557 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Flood inundation near the FEMA 0.2 percent flood hazard level. This is a serious and potentially life threatening flood situation, near or exceeding flood levels seen during the historic 1987 Flood.
19 ft
In Guilford, Route 6 is inaccessible in multiple locations in the east and western parts of town. Properties on the eastern end of River Street flooded in Dover-Foxcroft.
18 ft
Flood inundation near the FEMA 1 percent flood hazard level. Travel in and out of the area is difficult.
17 ft
Flooding reaches School Street in Guilford and State Route 15 in Dover-Foxcroft. Fast moving water inundates South Street and low lying properties along East Main Street.
15 ft
In Dover-Foxcroft, flood waters reach South Street at the intersection of Pine and Lawrence Streets. In Guilford, water reaches lower portions of Main Street and Water Street.
13.5 ft
In Dover-Foxcroft, flood waters reach the low section of Pine Street near the intersection of South Street. Parking lot and recreational field off of Moosehead Lane inundated. Backyards of properties on Grange, Greene, and Riverside Ave flooded. In Guilford, properties south of Water Street along Old Railroad Grade and River Street are surrounded by floodwaters.
12 ft
Basement flooding is possible in several properties in Dover-Foxcroft.
11 ft
Back Road in Abbot flooded. Floodwaters encroach on Guilford Recreational Fields.
9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1987 | 22.62 ft | 37,300 cfs |
| Mar 31, 1987 | 22.62 ft | 37,300 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1966 | 17.89 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1966 | 17.89 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Apr 28, 1923 | 17.67 ft | 21,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
DOVM1
River
Piscataquis River
County
Piscataquis, ME
Coordinates
45.1750°N, 69.3147°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft?
The Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01031500) 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 Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Piscataquis River rises?
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Where is the Piscataquis River at Dover-Foxcroft gauge located?
The gauge is located in Piscataquis County, Maine at coordinates 45.1750°N, 69.3147°W. USGS site number: 01031500. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.