Is the Kennebec River flooding?

Maine · 5 gauges · Maine river levels

The Kennebec River is tracked by 5 USGS streamgauges in Maine. 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 Kennebec River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 5 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 Maine river levels.

data refreshed 7 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 Kennebec River at The Forks, Maine. The highest level ever recorded there was 14.41 ft on 18 April 1983, carrying 32,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1901 (124 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.95 ft, 12.5 ft below that record.

Drains 1,590 sq mi · gauge elevation 569 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Kennebec River at North Sidney, MaineNo flooding5.12 ft20 ft
Kennebec River near Waterville, MENo current data
Kennebec River at The Forks, MaineNo flood stage defined1.95 ft
Kennebec River at Bingham, MaineNo flood stage defined7.37 ft
Kennebec River near Madison, MaineNo flood stage defined3.20 ft
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.