at Ryerson
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 11.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 12.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 15.5 ft.
| Action stage | 11.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 12.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 15.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.0 ft on Apr 16, 2007 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 12.0 ft | Fields along Ryerson Avenue flood. |
|---|---|
| 12.8 ft | Park Avenue floods. |
| 13.0 ft | Homes along Ryerson Avenue and Brannvall Street flood. Additionally, water backs up through the storm drains near the Ryerson Avenue and Dehart Road intersection. |
| 15.5 ft | The intersection of Kent Place and Ryerson Avenue flood. Homes take on water at this location. |
Forecast office: NWS Mount Holly · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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