Is the Missisquoi River flooding?

Vermont · 3 gauges · Vermont river levels

The Missisquoi River is tracked by 3 USGS streamgauges in Vermont. 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 Missisquoi River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 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 Vermont river levels.

data refreshed 12 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 Missisquoi River near East Berkshire, VT. The highest level ever recorded there was 23.10 ft in November 1927, carrying 45,000 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1912 (109 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.35 ft, 20.8 ft below that record.

Drains 479 sq mi · gauge elevation 403 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Missisquoi River near North Troy, VTNo flooding1.65 ft9 ft
Missisquoi River near East Berkshire, VTNo flooding2.35 ft13 ft
Missisquoi River at Swanton, VTNo flooding1.10 ft8 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.