A Flood Warning was issued for Heighington Beck in Heighington in Lincolnshire on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Heighington Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Sincil Dyke at Lincoln Monson Street rose 1.10m, peaking at 1.39m, while the River Witham at Stamp End Sluice climbed 0.46m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from overnight on 12 March 2026 . Low lying areas near to the river are flooded. Properties close to the Heighington Beck in Heighington are expected to be affected first. Further rain is forecast in this catchment overnight and the river will continue to rise throughout tonight. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 13 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Monson Street | Sincil Dyke | +1.10m | 1.39m |
| Stamp End Sluice | River Witham | +0.46m | 0.92m |
| Brayford Pool | River Witham | +0.31m | 0.59m |
| Bracebridge | River Witham | +0.31m | 0.77m |
| Bargate Weir | River Witham | +0.23m | 0.43m |
| Nettleham | Nettleham Beck | +0.22m | 0.43m |
| Heighington Beck | Heighington Beck | +0.18m | 0.30m |