Is the Sandy River flooding?

Maine · 2 gauges · Maine river levels

The Sandy River is tracked by 2 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 Sandy River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 2 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 Maine 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 Sandy River near Mercer, Maine. The highest level ever recorded there was 19.25 ft on 1 April 1987, carrying 51,100 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1929 (90 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.53 ft, 16.7 ft below that record.

Drains 516 sq mi · gauge elevation 196 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

Gauge	Status	Stage	Flood stage	Updated
Sandy River near Madrid, Maine	No flooding	4.82 ft	9.5 ft	77 min ago
Sandy River near Mercer, Maine	No flooding	2.53 ft	10 ft	77 min ago

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.