A Flood Alert was issued for Upper Dove in Derbyshire, Staffordshire on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Dove.
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 Dove at Hatton climbed 1.15m.
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 River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. 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 |
| Hatton | River Dove | +1.15m | 1.83m |
| Doveridge | River Dove | +0.96m | 1.86m |
| Mayfield | River Dove | +0.77m | 1.34m |
| Ilam | River Manifold | +0.58m | 0.82m |
| Marston on Dove | River Dove | +0.51m | 1.20m |
| Rocester | River Dove | +0.50m | 0.84m |
| Waterhouses | River Hamps | +0.40m | 0.62m |
| Ashbourne | Henmore Brook | +0.35m | 0.58m |
| Izaak Walton | River Dove | +0.22m | 0.71m |