Bay River at Bayboro (in MLLW)
Stage at this gauge is reported in MLLW.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 1.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 3.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 5.5 ft; major flooding begins at 7.5 ft.
| Action stage | 1.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 3.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 5.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 7.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 8.3 ft on Sep 14, 2018 (historic crest)
- 3.7 ft on Sep 23, 2023 (historic crest)
- 3.4 ft on Aug 31, 2023 (historic crest)
- 2.9 ft on Apr 9, 2023 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.5 ft | Very low lying areas in Bayboro and Stonewall adjacent to the Bay River and other tributaries will begin to see minor flooding. |
|---|---|
| 3.0 ft | Minor flooding in the towns of Bayboro and Stonewall, flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Bay River and other tributaries. Flooding along Water Street in Bayboro. |
| 5.5 ft | Numerous homes and businesses will see flooding throughout Bayboro and Stonewall. Portions of NC-55 and secondary roads will be inundated with water and may be impassable. |
| 7.5 ft | Widespread and significant flooding throughout Bayboro and Stonewall, as well as other adjacent coastal communities in eastern Pamlico County. Numerous homes and businesses will be inundated and most roadways will be impassable due to significant inundation, including portions of NC-55 and NC-304. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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