Is the North Nashua River flooding?

Massachusetts · 2 gauges · Massachusetts river levels

The North Nashua River is tracked by 2 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 North Nashua River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 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 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 North Nashua River near Leominster, MA. The highest level ever recorded there was 14.57 ft on 21 September 1938, carrying 10,300 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1936 (86 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.05 ft, 12.5 ft below that record.

Drains 110 sq mi · gauge elevation 265 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
North Nashua River at Fitchburg, MANo flooding2.22 ft6.5 ft
North Nashua River near Leominster, MANo flood stage defined2.05 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.