A Flood Alert was issued for Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire in Derbyshire on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Dove at Aston Bridge rose 1.37m, peaking at 2.30m, while the River Trent at Willington climbed 1.20m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels throughout the evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 12 March 2026 .We expect levels to remain high into Friday pm 13 March 26. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 13 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Bridge | River Dove | +1.37m | 2.30m |
| Willington | River Trent | +1.20m | 2.66m |
| Hatton | River Dove | +1.15m | 1.83m |
| Horsebottoms | Foston Brook | +0.96m | 1.41m |
| Marchington | Marchington Brook | +0.92m | 1.11m |
| Egginton | Egginton Brook | +0.91m | 1.19m |
| Sutton Mill | Hilton Brook | +0.84m | 1.56m |
| Mayfield | River Dove | +0.77m | 1.34m |
| Marston on Dove | River Dove | +0.51m | 1.20m |
| Anslow | Rolleston Brook | +0.30m | 0.62m |