Cooperative Oxford Laboratory (IN MLLW)
Stage at this gauge is reported IN MLLW.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: minor flooding begins at 3.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 4.0 ft; major flooding begins at 4.5 ft.
| Minor flooding | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Moderate flooding | 4.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 4.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.5 ft on Oct 30, 2025 (historic crest)
- 4.0 ft on Oct 31, 2025 (historic crest)
- 3.7 ft on Apr 30, 2026 (historic crest)
- 3.6 ft on Oct 20, 2025 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.7 ft | (MLLW) Flooding begins along Oxford Road at the causeway. |
|---|---|
| 3.0 ft | (MLLW) At this level, tidal flooding begins across the Oxford peninsula. |
| 3.5 ft | (MLLW) MINOR FLOODING. At this level, expect up to one foot of water above ground level across low lying areas on the Oxford peninsula. This includes portions of Tilghman Street, Bank street, Market Street, and North Morris Street. Bonfield Avenue also begins to flood. |
| 4.0 ft | (MLLW) MODERATE FLOODING. Flooding becomes more widerspread across Oxford resulting in an elevated threat of car and property damage. Flooding expands onto West Pier Street and Bay View Avenue. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level across low lying areas making roads impassable in some cases. |
| 4.5 ft | (MLLW) MAJOR FLOODING. At this level, extensive inundation in Oxford will result in a threat to property and life. Cars will be submerged if not relocated. In some cases, water will be 2 to 3 feet above ground level across the peninsula resulting in impassable roadways. |
Forecast office: NWS Mount Holly · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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