Is the Blackstone River flooding?

Massachusetts · 3 gauges · Massachusetts river levels

The Blackstone River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Massachusetts. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Blackstone River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 3 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Massachusetts river levels.

data refreshed 15 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Blackstone River at Northbridge, MA. The highest level ever recorded there was 16.74 ft on 20 August 1955, carrying 16,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1936 (48 annual peaks). It is currently at 3.21 ft, 13.5 ft below that record.

Drains 141 sq mi · gauge elevation 254 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Blackstone River at Northbridge, MANo flooding3.21 ft9 ft
Blackstone River at Depot Rd Wilkinsonville, MANo current data
Blackstone River at Millville, MANo current data
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.