A Flood Alert was issued for Lower Dove Brooks in Staffordshire in Derbyshire, Staffordshire on 27th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tean at Leasows Farm rose 0.64m, peaking at 1.01m, while the River Dove at Hatton climbed 0.37m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leasows Farm | River Tean | +0.64m | 1.01m |
| Hatton | River Dove | +0.37m | 0.55m |
| Aston Bridge | River Dove | +0.34m | 0.88m |
| Sutton Mill | Hilton Brook | +0.27m | 0.84m |
| Horsebottoms | Foston Brook | +0.19m | 0.46m |
| Doveridge | River Dove | +0.18m | 0.84m |
| Marchington | Marchington Brook | +0.18m | 0.33m |
| Anslow | Rolleston Brook | +0.17m | 0.48m |
| Rocester | River Dove | +0.11m | 0.22m |
| Uttoxeter Park | Picknall Brook | +0.09m | 0.32m |