Major Flood
17 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Water reaches Viers Mill Road, with numerous structures flooded.
13 ft
Water approaches structures near the stream.
10 ft
Water approaches the intersection of Turkey Branch Parkway and Danvers Street, and the intersection of Turkey Branch Parkway and Grenoble.
8 ft
Water overflows the banks but no impacts are observed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2010 | 12.78 ft | 3,360 cfs |
| Apr 30, 2014 | 12.14 ft | 2,820 cfs |
| May 1, 2016 | 11.54 ft | 2,370 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RKVM2
River
Turkey Branch
County
Montgomery, MD
Coordinates
39.0683°N, 77.0817°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill?
The Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01647850) 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 Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Turkey Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill 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 Turkey Branch near Aspen Hill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Maryland at coordinates 39.0683°N, 77.0817°W. USGS site number: 01647850. 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