Major Flood
9.5 ft
Current Water Level
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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
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.4 ft
Gage instruments overtopped.
14.1 ft
Gage house flooded.
9.5 ft
Water up to the first floor of multiple buildings in Alna. Several roads flooded in the community.
8.5 ft
Water enters properties off Head Tide Road in the historic district of Alna.
8 ft
In Alna, water up to properties off Head Tide Road. Serrel Road, Peaslee Road, and Dock Road also flooded.
7.5 ft
In Alna, Head Tide Road or Route 194 goes underwater just south of Hollywood Boulevard during periods of high streamflows and periods of high astronomical tides.
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 | 13.71 ft | 7,350 cfs |
| Dec 17, 1973 | 12.52 ft | 6,420 cfs |
| Apr 12, 1940 | 11.81 ft | 5,260 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NWFM1
River
Sheepscot River
County
Lincoln, ME
Coordinates
44.2228°N, 69.5939°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sheepscot River at North Whitefield?
The Sheepscot River at North Whitefield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01038000) 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 Sheepscot River at North Whitefield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sheepscot River at North Whitefield is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 9.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sheepscot River rises?
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Where is the Sheepscot River at North Whitefield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lincoln County, Maine at coordinates 44.2228°N, 69.5939°W. USGS site number: 01038000. 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