Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater
Vermont — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rutland County, Vermont on the Ottauquechee River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01150900, 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
12 ft
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14 ft
Devastating flooding will occur throughout the Ottauquechee River Valley. Route 4 will be severely damaged or destroyed in some sections, and some homes and businesses will be inundated and severely damaged.
12 ft
Significant to severe flooding of low lying roads and properties from Killington downstream through Bridgewater will occur. River Road in Bridgewater Corners will see severe flooding with several homes isolated by high water. Properties along Mission Farm Road in Killington, and Bridgewater Center Road will experience flooding. Stretches of Route 4 will likely flood along with other roads and businesses in the Ottauquechee River Valley.
9 ft
High water will impact low lying properties along the river near Route 4 from Killington downstream to Bridgewater. In Killington, flooding begins to impact properties on Mission Farm Road. In Bridgewater Corners, River Road will be inundated by several feet of water with several homes impacted. Bridgewater Center Road will also be flooded.
6.5 ft
High water will impact low lying properties along the river near Route 4 from Killington downstream to Bridgewater. River Road in Bridgewater Corners will experience minor flooding.
6 ft
Water will approach low lying fields and properties along the river near Route 4 from Killington downstream to Bridgewater, including areas along River Road in Bridgewater Corners.
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 27, 2011 | 14.95 ft | 90,707 cfs |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 14.95 ft | 90,707 cfs |
| Jul 10, 2023 | 11.1 ft | 2,150 cfs |
| Jul 10, 2023 | 11.1 ft | 2,150 cfs |
| Apr 13, 2002 | 8.94 ft | 1,690 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OTQV1
River
Ottauquechee River
County
Rutland, VT
Coordinates
43.6222°N, 72.7594°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater?
The Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01150900) 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 Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
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Where is the Ottauquechee River near West Bridgewater gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rutland County, Vermont at coordinates 43.6222°N, 72.7594°W. USGS site number: 01150900. 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.
- These are virtual, not real gauges, and are provided for the purpose of displaying static flood inundation mapping (FIM). Data should be used for planning and information purposes only. Please <a href='https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/661ff1f74cbe4789ac3ce771805c2ce0'>click here</a> for FIM data display.