Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12.79 ft
Flood comparable to December 2023. Considerable flood damage to numerous buildings and roads throughout the upper Sandy River.
11 ft
Major flooding occurs. Widespread severe flooding in Phillips, Avon, Madrid, and Strong. Route 4 inundated, cutting off access in and out of the area.
10 ft
Moderate flooding occurs. Water reaches Route 4 between Strong and Farmington by the locally referred to Devil's Elbow. Water up to homes in Phillips.
9.5 ft
Bridge Street in Phillips flooded.
9 ft
Water up to River Road in Madrid.
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 17, 2023 | 12.79 ft | 10,700 cfs |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 10.9 ft | 5,210 cfs |
| May 1, 2023 | 10.64 ft | 4,620 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sandy River near Madrid?
The Sandy River near Madrid gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01047200) 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 Sandy River near Madrid?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sandy River near Madrid is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sandy River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sandy River near Madrid 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 Sandy River near Madrid gauge located?
The gauge is located in Franklin County, Maine at coordinates 44.8578°N, 70.4853°W. USGS site number: 01047200. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Sandy River (ME) at Mercer
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS Station Information