A Flood Alert was issued for Lower Tame in Staffordshire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Tame.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tame at Elford rose 1.83m, peaking at 3.43m, while the River Tame at Water Orton climbed 1.71m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels are high and steady at the Hopwas river gauge, therefore the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to decrease during Sunday. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Tame between Hopwas and the National Arborteum at Alrewas. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updat
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elford | River Tame | +1.83m | 3.43m |
| Water Orton | River Tame | +1.71m | 2.03m |
| Hopwas | River Tame | +1.68m | 2.54m |
| Sandwell Woodend | River Tame | +1.21m | 2.09m |
| Bescot | River Tame | +1.18m | 2.15m |
| Tamworth | River Tame | +1.16m | 2.21m |
| Brookvale Road | River Tame | +1.09m | 1.80m |
| Perry Park | River Tame | +1.04m | 1.65m |
| Lea Marston | River Tame | +0.79m | 1.35m |
| Park Hill | River Tame | +0.79m | 1.10m |