Major Flood
13 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13.5 ft
About 4 feet of water will cover Route 100 south of Moretown, nearly reaching a trailer park.
12 ft
At 12 feet, Route 100 will be covered with water in Moretown, and Route 100B will be partially covered. Water will inundate Telephone Flats along Route 100 just north of Waitsfield.
9 ft
At 9 feet, the mad river begins to leave its banks. Field flooding occurs between Waitsfield and Moretown, and some local roads will flood.
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 | 19.4 ft | 23,000 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 19.06 ft | 23,919 cfs |
| Sep 21, 1938 | 16.34 ft | 18,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mad River near Moretown?
The Mad River near Moretown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04288000) 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 Mad River near Moretown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mad River near Moretown is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mad River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mad River near Moretown 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 Mad River near Moretown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Vermont at coordinates 44.2772°N, 72.7431°W. USGS site number: 04288000. 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.