James Run near Belcamp
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 15.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 15.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 11.1 ft on Aug 31, 2018 (historic crest)
- 8.6 ft on Jun 4, 2021 (historic crest)
- 8.4 ft on Sep 23, 2021 (historic crest)
- 7.5 ft on Apr 30, 2014 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Overbank flooding begins to approach Nova Scotia Road. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Nova Scotia Road is flooded in multiple spots near James Run. |
| 11.0 ft | A large portion of Nova Scotia Road is flooded by more than two feet of water. Downstream, water approaches the shoulders of Route 543. |
| 13.0 ft | Water approaches structures near Nova Scotia Road. |
| 15.0 ft | Major flooding is ongoing with numerous structures and roads flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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