Major Flood
260 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: ECHM2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
259 ft
Minor Flood
258 ft
Action Stage
257 ft
What Floods at Each Level
260 ft
Major flooding is occurring with homes and roads flooded on Upper Main Street. This water will likely continue flowing down Main Street, causing additional damage.
259 ft
Overbank flooding approaches homes on Upper Main Street in Ellicott City.
258 ft
Water exceeds the banks of the stream, and begins to flow onto Main Street near Rogers Avenue.
257 ft
Water reaches the underside of an access road bridge near Main Street and Rogers Avenue.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2018 | 261.06 ft | — |
| May 27, 2018 | 258.98 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
ECHM2
River
Hudson Branch
County
Howard, MD
Coordinates
39.2686°N, 76.8100°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City?
The Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City is 258 feet. Action stage begins at 257 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 259 feet, and major flooding at 260 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hudson Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City 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 Hudson Branch near Rogers Avenue at Ellicott City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Howard County, Maryland at coordinates 39.2686°N, 76.8100°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Stage may be affected by ice.