Sebec River at Sebec
Maine — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Piscataquis County, Maine on the Sebec River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01033000, 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
12 ft
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12.8 ft
Major flooding from Sebec to Milo similar to the floods of 1987. Widespread flooding of properties in Milo threatening structures with inundation.
12 ft
Burgess Road in Sebec becomes impassable. Significant flooding of island properties below the Sebec River Reservoir Dam in Milo. Riverside Street downstream of the dam in Milo floods. Railroad infrastructure in Milo over the Sebec River is flooded.
9 ft
Water exits the bankings and floods mainly rural low-lying areas from Sebec to Milo. Minor flooding of island properties below the Sebec River Reservoir Dam in Milo. Minor flooding of properties on Riverside Street downstream of the dam.
8.5 ft
Dangerous flows on the Sebec River as the river approaches bankfull. Minor low-lying flooding is possible mainly upstream of Milo dam.
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 19, 1936 | 14.46 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Mar 19, 1936 | 14.46 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Apr 1, 1987 | 12.89 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Apr 1, 1987 | 12.89 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1966 | 11.63 ft | 9,010 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SECM1
River
Sebec River
County
Piscataquis, ME
Coordinates
45.2700°N, 69.1122°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sebec River at Sebec?
The Sebec River at Sebec gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01033000) 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 Sebec River at Sebec?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sebec River at Sebec is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sebec River rises?
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Where is the Sebec River at Sebec gauge located?
The gauge is located in Piscataquis County, Maine at coordinates 45.2700°N, 69.1122°W. USGS site number: 01033000. 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.