Station Name: HOUSATONIC RIVER NEAR NEW MILFORD, CT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 223 feet

Nearest Address:
199 Boardman Rd
New Milford, CT 06776
Litchfield County

GPS Coordinates: 41.5931499, -73.4495669

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued February 21 at 12:34PM EST until February 23 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 12:34 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 5:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 14 inches with some locally higher totals possible over the high peaks of the Catskills. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut, the Berkshires in western Massachusetts, and Ulster, Greene, Columbia and Dutchess Counties in eastern New York. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 7 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and allow for very low visibility and blowing snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A powerful Nor'Easter will impact the region for Sunday afternoon through Monday. The heaviest snowfall totals will be across the high terrain and southern parts of the area. Snowfall rates may exceed one inch per hour late Sunday night into Monday morning. Heavy wet snow and gusty winds could lead to some downed tree limbs and power outages.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 21 at 1:02PM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Orange and Putnam Counties. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected Sunday evening through Monday afternoon.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order.

Blizzard Warning issued February 21 at 1:02PM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 11 and 15 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut and southeast New York. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your vehicle.

Blizzard Warning issued February 21 at 1:02PM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 1:02 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 3:00 AM

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 15 and 20 inches, highest amounts across Long Island. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph with isolated gusts up to 60 mph. Gusts on the east end of Long Island could reach 65 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut and southeast New York. * WHEN...From 1 PM Sunday to 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Whiteout conditions are expected and will make travel treacherous and potentially life-threatening. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest winds are expected Sunday evening through Monday afternoon.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds are likely. This will lead to whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay in your vehicle.

Coastal Flood Warning issued February 21 at 2:44PM EST until February 23 at 5:00AM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 2:44 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 5:00 PM

* WHAT...1 1/2 to 2 1/2 ft of inundation above ground level likely in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...In Connecticut, Southern Fairfield and Southern New Haven Counties. In New York, Southern Westchester County. * WHEN...From midnight Sunday night to 5 AM EST Monday. * COASTAL FLOOD IMPACTS...Widespread moderate flooding of vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline likely. 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 ft of inundation above ground level possible in low lying, vulnerable areas. This would result in numerous road closures and cause widespread flooding of low lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns and homes/businesses with basements near the waterfront. Vehicles parked in vulnerable areas near the waterfront will likely become flooded. Flooding will also extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This water level forecast will be highly dependent on timing of windshift from northeast to north storm force winds with respect to the time of high tide, and will be refined over the next 24 hours.

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.