A Flood Alert was issued for Upper Dove in Derbyshire, Staffordshire on 27th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Dove.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Dove at Hatton rose 0.37m, peaking at 0.55m, while the River Dove at Aston Bridge climbed 0.34m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast rising 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 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 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatton | River Dove | +0.37m | 0.55m |
| Aston Bridge | River Dove | +0.34m | 0.88m |
| Marston on Dove | River Dove | +0.20m | 0.58m |
| Doveridge | River Dove | +0.18m | 0.84m |
| Waterhouses | River Hamps | +0.18m | 0.25m |
| Ashbourne | Henmore Brook | +0.16m | 0.29m |
| Mayfield | River Dove | +0.14m | 0.32m |
| Rocester | River Dove | +0.11m | 0.22m |
| Ilam | River Manifold | +0.08m | 0.15m |