Winnipesaukee River at Tilton
New Hampshire — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Belknap County, New Hampshire on the Winnipesaukee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01081000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
8.5 ft
4,500 cfs
Moderate Flood
7.5 ft
3,500 cfs
Minor Flood
7 ft
3,000 cfs
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
NH DES regulated flows from Lake Winnippesaukee to avoid significant flooding downstream.
7 ft
Basement flooding of properties on Silver Lake.
6 ft
River runs high and comes up to some lakeshore properties. Personal items need to be moved to higher ground.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 1984 | 8.68 ft | 4,580 cfs |
| May 30, 1984 | 8.68 ft | 4,580 cfs |
| Oct 14, 2005 | 8.52 ft | 4,410 cfs |
| Oct 14, 2005 | 8.52 ft | 4,410 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1998 | 8.04 ft | 3,940 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TLTN3
River
Winnipesaukee River
County
Belknap, NH
Coordinates
43.4417°N, 71.5876°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Winnipesaukee River at Tilton?
The Winnipesaukee River at Tilton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01081000) 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 Winnipesaukee River at Tilton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Winnipesaukee River at Tilton is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7.5 feet, and major flooding at 8.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Winnipesaukee River rises?
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Where is the Winnipesaukee River at Tilton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Belknap County, New Hampshire at coordinates 43.4417°N, 71.5876°W. USGS site number: 01081000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USGS Station Information