All the factors that contribute to flood potential are discussed below. Throughout this report, Internet addresses are listed for each category of information. It provides a connection to the ever-changing information critical to monitoring flood potential in the state. At the end of the report, additional sources are provided for further information. This is the final report for the 2001 spring season.
River flows throughout the state are seasonably high.
With the exception of the St. John River basin, flows peaked last week. The St. John is expected to peak in the next few days. This is at or slightly below normal for the time of year. If normal precipitation is received in the month of May, reservoirs should fill to normal levels. River ice has cleared from all major rivers and tributaries.