Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Water reaches Route 8 near Otis.
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 18, 1955 | 14.06 ft | 34,300 cfs |
| Sep 20, 1938 | 12.94 ft | 18,500 cfs |
| Mar 11, 1936 | 11.2 ft | 5,080 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NBSM3
River
Farmington River
County
Berkshire, MA
Coordinates
42.0792°N, 73.0733°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston?
The Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01185500) 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 Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Farmington River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston 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 Farmington River at W. Br. Nr. New Boston gauge located?
The gauge is located in Berkshire County, Massachusetts at coordinates 42.0792°N, 73.0733°W. USGS site number: 01185500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Farmington River at Unionville
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.