Major Flood
11 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Devestating flooding throughout the Dog River valley. Route 12 will be inundated, with road damage and bridge washouts. Low structures along the Dog River will be inundated. Flooding will be comparable to Irene in 2011.
9 ft
Water will cover low spots of Route 12 between Northfield Falls and Montpelier, and Browns Mill Road in Berlin. Fields and farmland along the Dog River will flood.
8 ft
There will be widespread field flooding along the Dog River between Northfield Falls and Montpelier. Water will approach Route 12 in the town of Berlin.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2011 | 17.26 ft | 22,200 cfs |
| Jul 10, 2023 | 11.63 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Jun 29, 1973 | 11.57 ft | 10,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dog River at Northfield Falls?
The Dog River at Northfield Falls gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04287000) 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 Dog River at Northfield Falls?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dog River at Northfield Falls is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dog River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dog River at Northfield Falls 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 Dog River at Northfield Falls gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Vermont at coordinates 44.1825°N, 72.6411°W. USGS site number: 04287000. 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.