Delaware River at Tocks Island
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 20.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 21.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 23.0 ft; major flooding begins at 25.0 ft.
| Action stage | 20.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 21.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 23.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 25.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 37.4 ft on Aug 19, 1955 (historic crest)
- 33.9 ft on Jun 28, 2006 (historic crest)
- 33.2 ft on Apr 3, 2005 (historic crest)
- 30.3 ft on Sep 19, 2004 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 21.0 ft | Approach roads to the Shawnee Inn flood. Route 209 begins to flood. |
|---|---|
| 22.0 ft | Many local roads that connect to Route 209, River Road, and other park roads are closed. |
| 23.0 ft | Route 209 is closed. |
| 25.0 ft | Campsites in Worthington State Forest in New Jersey flood. |
| 30.0 ft | All delaware water gap recreation resources are impacted, including natural and cultural resources, archeological sites, visitor use facilities, and infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and utilities. |
Forecast office: NWS Mount Holly · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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