Major Flood
16 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Severe flooding impacts numerous areas and homes along the river from Woodsville, NH and Wells River, VT south to Fairlee, VT. State Route 135 in NH and US Route 5 in VT are completely inundated and closed.
16 ft
Floodwaters reach the first floor of multiple homes on Connecticut Street in Woodsville, NH, and South Court Street Route 135 is underwater. Significant flooding at a campground in North Haverhill, NH. US Route 5 is inundated and closed in multiple locations between Wells River and Fairlee, VT.
15 ft
Flooding begins on the Connecticut Street recreational fields in Woodsville, NH. Basements flood in a few homes near the public pool. South Court Street Route 135 is inundated. High water impacts the lower sections of a campground in North Haverhill, NH.
14 ft
Water covers South Court Street Route 135 in Woodsville, NH, and impacts the lower sections of the River Meadow Campground in North Haverhill. US Route 5 floods in Newbury, VT.
13 ft
Water encroaches on US Route 5 in Newbury, VT.
12 ft
Newbury Crossing Road and Round Barn Road flood in Newbury, VT.
11 ft
Low-lying agricultural land near the river begins to flood, starting primarily on the Vermont side.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 1973 | 17.35 ft | 57,100 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1953 | 15.96 ft | 54,000 cfs |
| May 30, 1984 | 15.03 ft | 48,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WELV1
River
Connecticut River
County
Orange, VT
Coordinates
44.1534°N, 72.0418°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Connecticut River at Wells River?
The Connecticut River at Wells River gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01138500) 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 Connecticut River at Wells River?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Connecticut River at Wells River is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Connecticut River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Connecticut River at Wells River 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 Connecticut River at Wells River gauge located?
The gauge is located in Orange County, Vermont at coordinates 44.1534°N, 72.0418°W. USGS site number: 01138500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers