Hampton River near Hampton (IN MLLW)
Stage at this gauge is reported IN MLLW.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 4.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 4.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 5.5 ft; major flooding begins at 6.5 ft.
| Action stage | 4.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 4.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 5.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 6.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 6.5 ft on Oct 4, 2015 (historic crest)
- 6.3 ft on Oct 2, 2015 (historic crest)
- 6.3 ft on Oct 12, 2025 (historic crest)
- 6.2 ft on Sep 26, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 4.5 ft | Water reaches the bulkhead along Barron Dr 100 ft upstream of the gage. |
|---|---|
| 5.0 ft | Water begins to flood Pembroke Ave 500 ft east of the tidal gage. |
Forecast office: NWS Wakefield · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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