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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, 198722.62 ft37,300 cfs
Mar 31, 198722.62 ft37,300 cfs
Nov 3, 196617.89 ft22,800 cfs
Nov 3, 196617.89 ft22,800 cfs
Apr 28, 192317.67 ft21,500 cfs

About This Gauge

USGS Site

01031500

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