Major Flood
9 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.
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
In recent history the river has only approached or exceeded this level during the June 1982 and March 2010 floods. Prolonged road closures are likely. Heed the advice of local officials, and evacuate if asked to do so. Avoid flooded roads.
9 ft
FEMA Flood Insurance Studies indicate that if you are located in the 1% (100 Year) floodplain, your property is at a high risk for flooding. A 1 percent flood is a flood that has a 1 percent chance of occurring in any year. Flooding along the Wood River will block access to portions of Tall Timbers Drive, Leroy Drive, Wood River Circle and Wood River Drive for a prolonged period of time. Dow Field in Hopkinton is substantially inundated. Floodwaters back up behind the Skunk Hill Road Bridge.
8.7 ft
FEMA Flood Insurance documents indicate that at 8.7 feet, if you are located in the 1% (100 year) floodplain, your property is at a high risk for flooding. A 1 percent flood is a flood that has a 1 percent chance of occurring in any year. Flooding along the Wood River will block access to portions of Tall Timbers Drive, Leroy Drive, Wood River Circle and Wood River Drive for a prolonged period of time. Dow Field in Hopkinton is substantially flooded, and floodwaters back up behind Skunk Hill Road Bridge.
8 ft
In Richmond, the Wood River blocks sections of Tall Timbers Drive, Leroy Drive, Wood River Circle and Wood River Drive. Dow field off of main Street in Hopkinton is substantially flooded. Also, floodwaters begin to reach the bottom edge of the Skunk Hill Road Bridge on the Richmond and Hopkinton Town Line.
7 ft
In Richmond, the Wood River blocks sections of Tall Timbers Drive, Leroy Drive, Wood River Circle and Wood River Drive. Dow Field off of Main Street in Hopkinton is substantially flooded.
6 ft
In Richmond, the Wood River renders portions of Wood River Drive and Wood River Circle impassable. In Hopkinton, the Wood River floods sections of Dow Park off of Main Street.
5 ft
In Richmond, floodwaters begin to pond onto Wood River Drive. In Hopkinton off of Main Street, the Wood River begins to flood Dow Park.
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 29, 2010 | 13.72 ft | 5,470 cfs |
| Jun 5, 1982 | 10.26 ft | 2,390 cfs |
| Jan 10, 2024 | 9.29 ft | 2,447 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wood River at Hope Valley?
The Wood River at Hope Valley gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01118000) 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 Wood River at Hope Valley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wood River at Hope Valley is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wood River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Wood River at Hope Valley 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 Wood River at Hope Valley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Rhode Island at coordinates 41.4982°N, 71.7165°W. USGS site number: 01118000. 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.