As you can see, we're in no danger at the moment; the park where this is taken (Riverside Park) begins to flood at 223 feet, and starts getting into people's houses at 224.
The markings on the sign are height in feet above sea level. The National Weather Service has set the following guidelines for official flood stages:
Major Flood Stage: | 227 |
Moderate Flood Stage: | 225 |
Flood Stage: | 223 |
Action Stage: | 218 |
Normal Stage: | 213 |
Historical Crests
(1) 232.90 ft on 28 Mar 1914
(2) 229.20 ft on 19 Mar 1936
(3) 228.90 ft on 28 Mar 1913
(4) 228.00 ft on 20 Jan 1996
(5) 227.70 ft on 15 Mar 1929
You appear to be well ready to meet any crices
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