Major Flood
10 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Major flood stage.
8 ft
Moderate flood stage.
6.5 ft
Shopping center near gage floods. Water into back of stores and several feet of water in parking area.
5 ft
Flood stage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 1938 | 10.8 ft | 6,400 cfs |
| Dec 30, 1948 | 10.38 ft | 5,700 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1936 | 10.14 ft | 6,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CTVM3
River
Housatonic River
County
Berkshire, MA
Coordinates
42.4694°N, 73.1969°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville?
The Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01197000) 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 Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Housatonic River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville 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 Housatonic River at E Br at Coltsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Berkshire County, Massachusetts at coordinates 42.4694°N, 73.1969°W. USGS site number: 01197000. 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
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice. Forecast flows are unadjusted for ice.