Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury
Vermont — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Caledonia County, Vermont on the Sleepers River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01135300, 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
7.5 ft
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
7.5 ft
Significant flooding will occur on Emerson Falls Road, Goss Hollow Road, and the Fairbanks Mill on Factory St. in St. Johnsbury. Other structures along the river may be threatened by high water from North Danville to St. Johnsbury, similar to levels observed during May 2011.
7 ft
High water will flood Emerson Falls Road, portions of Goss Hollow Road, and the Fairbanks Mill on Factory St. in St. Johnsbury. This is similar to levels observed in August 1998 and July 2024.
6 ft
High water approaches Emerson Falls Road, portions of Goss Hollow Road, and the Fairbanks Mill on Factory St. in St. Johnsbury. Field flooding will occur on stretches of the Sleepers River from North Danville to St. Johnsbury.
5 ft
High water will encroach low lying fields along portions of the Sleepers River from North Danville to St. Johnsbury.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2011 | 7.5 ft | 8,520 cfs |
| May 27, 2011 | 7.5 ft | 8,520 cfs |
| Aug 11, 1998 | 7.11 ft | 7,570 cfs |
| Aug 11, 1998 | 7.11 ft | 7,570 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 6.89 ft | 7,031 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STJV1
River
Sleepers River
County
Caledonia, VT
Coordinates
44.4353°N, 72.0389°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury?
The Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01135300) 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 Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sleepers River rises?
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Where is the Sleepers River near St. Johnsbury gauge located?
The gauge is located in Caledonia County, Vermont at coordinates 44.4353°N, 72.0389°W. USGS site number: 01135300. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Gauge reading may be affected by ice.