A Flood Warning was issued for River Witham and South Delph from Lincoln to Washingborough in Lincolnshire on 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Witham, Sincil Dyke, Sandhill Beck, Washingborough Roadside South Catchwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Witham at Chapel Hill rose 1.87m, peaking at 2.70m, while the Sincil Dyke at Lincoln Monson Street climbed 1.78m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 . Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded . This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill | River Witham | +1.87m | 2.70m |
| Lincoln Monson Street | Sincil Dyke | +1.78m | 2.88m |
| Kirkstead Bridge | River Witham | +1.70m | 2.63m |
| North Hykeham | River Witham | +1.20m | 1.71m |
| Bracebridge | River Witham | +0.99m | 1.53m |
| Bardney | River Witham | +0.86m | 2.28m |
| Brayford Pool | River Witham | +0.73m | 1.06m |
| Stamp End Sluice | River Witham | +0.65m | 1.10m |
| Bargate Weir | River Witham | +0.58m | 0.98m |
| Fiskerton Sluice | River Witham | +0.33m | 0.55m |