Minor Flood
6.5 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.
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Creek Road and 3 Mile Bridge Road will flood. Water begins to threaten lower portions of businesses on Bakery Lane and a few homes on Seymour Street near the covered bridge.
6.5 ft
Lowland field flooding begins south of Middlebury especially in the Seeley District. Water begins to overflow onto Creek Road and 3 Mile Bridge Road.
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 3, 1927 | 13.3 ft | 13,600 cfs |
| Mar 20, 1936 | 10.3 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Apr 20, 1933 | 8.73 ft | 6,450 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Otter Creek at Middlebury?
The Otter Creek at Middlebury gauge is maintained by USGS (site 04282500) 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 Otter Creek at Middlebury?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Otter Creek at Middlebury is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Otter Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Otter Creek at Middlebury 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 Otter Creek at Middlebury gauge located?
The gauge is located in Addison County, Vermont at coordinates 44.0131°N, 73.1683°W. USGS site number: 04282500. 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.