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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Water on the edge of the Waste Water Treatment Plant property in Hinsdale. Near FEMA 1 percent flood extent levels.
9 ft
Flood comparable to July 2021.
8.5 ft
Water encroaches on properties off River Road south of Old Stage Road in Hinsdale.
8 ft
Water on River Road.
7.5 ft
Water up to River Road in Hinsdale.
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 18, 1936 | 20.2 ft | 16,600 cfs |
| Nov 4, 1927 | 13.4 ft | 13,400 cfs |
| Sep 21, 1938 | 11.37 ft | 16,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HDLN3
River
Ashuelot River
County
Cheshire, NH
Coordinates
42.7858°N, 72.4867°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ashuelot River at Hinsdale?
The Ashuelot River at Hinsdale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01161000) 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 Ashuelot River at Hinsdale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ashuelot River at Hinsdale is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ashuelot River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ashuelot River at Hinsdale 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 Ashuelot River at Hinsdale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cheshire County, New Hampshire at coordinates 42.7858°N, 72.4867°W. USGS site number: 01161000. 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