Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SANM3). 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
FLOODWATERS REACH OVER THE SANDWICH BOARDWALK AND THE PARKING LOT AT THE END OF BOARDWALK ROAD IN SANDWICH.
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 10, 2024 | 12.99 ft | — |
| Jan 10, 2024 | 12.85 ft | — |
| Dec 17, 2020 | 12.69 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SANM3
River
Atlantic Coast
County
Barnstable, MA
Coordinates
41.7702°N, 70.5039°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW)?
The Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW) 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 Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW) is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Atlantic Coast rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW) 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 Atlantic Coast near Sandwich Canal Side (In MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts at coordinates 41.7702°N, 70.5039°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- <span style="color: #ff0000;">Please refer to our <span style="background-color: #ffff00;"><a style="color: #ff0000; background-color: #ffff00;" title="Link to CFWBOX" href="https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=BOX&product=CFW&format=CI&version=1&glossary=0">Coastal Hazard Message</a></span> for specific information regarding Coastal Flood Watches, Warnings and Advisories. Actual impacts from any coastal flooding event may vary due to factors such as rainfall, wave action, and the number of tide cycles during which there is an onshore flow. During tropical cyclones, please refer <span style="background-color: #ffff00;"><a style="background-color: #ffff00;" title="Link to TCVBOX" href="https://forecast.weather.gov/product.php?site=NWS&issuedby=BOX&product=TCV&format=CI&version=1&glossary=1">here</a></span> for additional storm surge information.</span>
- <span style="color: #ff0000;">During a Tropical Storm or Hurricane Watch or Warning, inundation mapping provided by the <span style="background-color: #ffff00;"><a style="color: #ff0000; background-color: #ffff00;" href="https://www.nhc.noaa.gov">National Hurricane Center</a></span> (go to the web site and select the storm of interest) is available and reflects the reasonable worst case scenario.</span>