Minor Flood
8.5 ft
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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.
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9.5 ft
Floodwaters reach structures lying closest to the Mill River including Spring Street in Taunton. Floodwaters back up behind the bridge off of Spring Street in Taunton, and also inundate a portion of the parking lot adjacent to that location.
8.5 ft
Floodwaters affect the Spring Street public parking lot and lowest lying structures along Spring Street in Taunton.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 1, 2010 | 11.54 ft | 1,644 cfs |
| Mar 17, 2010 | 10.17 ft | 1,184 cfs |
| Jan 13, 2024 | 8.5 ft | 674 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mill River at Taunton?
The Mill River at Taunton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01108410) 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 Mill River at Taunton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mill River at Taunton is 8.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Mill River rises?
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Where is the Mill River at Taunton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bristol County, Massachusetts at coordinates 41.8998°N, 71.0895°W. USGS site number: 01108410. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.