Is the North Branch Winooski River flooding?

Vermont · 2 gauges · Vermont river levels

The North Branch Winooski River is tracked by 2 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 North Branch Winooski River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 2 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 2 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 North Branch Winooski River at Wrightsville, VT. The highest level ever recorded there was 6.53 ft on 12 April 1934, carrying 2,170 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1927 (92 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.57 ft, 5.0 ft below that record.

Drains 69 sq mi · gauge elevation 549 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
North Branch Winooski River at Wrightsville, VTNo flooding1.57 ft
North Branch Winooski River at Montpelier, VTNo current data520 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.