Swift River at Roxbury
Maine — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Oxford County, Maine on the Swift River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01055000, 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
15,590 cfs
Moderate Flood
9.5 ft
8,528 cfs
Minor Flood
8 ft
5,651 cfs
Action Stage
5 ft
2,020 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Flooding comparable to record levels observed in December 2023. Severe flooding at the confluence with the Androscoggin River in Rumford and Mexico where homes and businesses are impacted. Roadways will remain unsafe during and after the storm.
12.5 ft
Approaching levels seen during the April 1987 flood. Route 17 likely washed out in multiple areas making travel extremely dangerous.
12 ft
Major flooding occurs. Water surrounds homes in Byron and Roxbury. Travel in and out of the region is cut off.
10 ft
Moderate flooding occurs. Properties near Houghton Road in northern parts of Byron surrounded by flood waters. Further downstream in Rumford and Mexico flooding from the Swift River can occur if the Androscoggin River is also in flood including several parks and river access areas.
9.5 ft
Moderate flooding occurs. Closure of Route 17 likely from flood waters, significantly impacting travel in and out of the area. Numerous locations on Route 17 likely to flood due to a combination of high water on the Swift River and backwater from smaller tributaries along Easter Hill Road in Roxbury and along what is known as the Byron Flats.
9 ft
Flood waters inundate Route 17 a few miles north of Byron Village Road.
8 ft
Minor flooding occurs. River encroaches on Route 17 and some properties along the Swift River in and around Byron. 7 Swift River comes out of banks and inundates lowlands in Roxbury and Byron.
7 ft
River at bankfull with minor flooding of agricultural fields possible between Farmington Falls and New Sharon.
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 18, 2023 | 14.2 ft | 20,976 cfs |
| Dec 18, 2023 | 14.2 ft | 20,976 cfs |
| Oct 23, 1959 | 12.87 ft | 16,800 cfs |
| Oct 23, 1959 | 12.87 ft | 16,800 cfs |
| Sep 16, 1932 | 12.58 ft | 13,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swift River at Roxbury?
The Swift River at Roxbury gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01055000) 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 Swift River at Roxbury?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swift River at Roxbury is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swift River rises?
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Where is the Swift River at Roxbury gauge located?
The gauge is located in Oxford County, Maine at coordinates 44.6428°N, 70.5889°W. USGS site number: 01055000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Flood stage changes coming December 11, 2024. Please visit <a href='https://www.weather.gov/media/gyx/PNS_2024FloodStageChanges.pdf' >HERE</a> for more information.