Major Flood
15 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Sand Hill Road north of the river and Main Street south of the river flood to a depth of 1 foot.
9 ft
Multiple campgrounds become completely flood.
7 ft
Riverside campsites flood.
5 ft
Flooding begins at campgrounds near the river.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 1927 | 17.4 ft | 25,900 cfs |
| Jun 14, 1942 | 15.5 ft | 21,400 cfs |
| Oct 30, 2017 | 14.71 ft | 18,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Baker River at Rumney?
The Baker River at Rumney gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01076000) 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 Baker River at Rumney?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Baker River at Rumney is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Baker River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Baker River at Rumney 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 Baker River at Rumney gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grafton County, New Hampshire at coordinates 43.7956°N, 71.8454°W. USGS site number: 01076000. 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