Jefferson Creek at South Bethany Beach (IN MLLW)
Stage at this gauge is reported IN MLLW.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: minor flooding begins at 2.6 ft; moderate flooding begins at 3.6 ft; major flooding begins at 4.6 ft.
| Minor flooding | 2.6 ft |
|---|---|
| Moderate flooding | 3.6 ft |
| Major flooding | 4.6 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 5.7 ft on Oct 29, 2012 (historic crest)
- 4.3 ft on Sep 27, 2026 (historic crest)
- 4.1 ft on Oct 29, 2021 (historic crest)
- 3.9 ft on Oct 12, 2019 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.6 ft | (MLLW) MINOR FLOODING. |
|---|---|
| 2.8 ft | (MLLW) Flooding begins in South Bethany. |
| 2.9 ft | (MLLW) COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY LEVEL. |
| 3.6 ft | (MLLW) MODERATE FLOODING. At this level, widespread flooding of roadways begins with many roads becoming impassable near Little Bay and the tidal waterways that flow into it. Lives may be at risk when people put themselves in harm's way. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. COASTAL FLOOD WARNING LEVEL. |
| 4.6 ft | (MLLW) MAJOR FLOODING. At this level, flooding starts to become severe enough to begin causing structural damage along with widespread flooding of roadways near Little Bay and the tidal waterways that flow into it. Vulnerable homes and businesses may be severly damaged as water levels rise further above this threshold. Numerous roads become impassable and some neighborhoods may be isolated. The flood waters become a danger to anyone who attempts to cross on foot or in a vehicle. |
| 5.7 ft | (Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW)) The level reached on October 29, 2012 during Post Tropical Cyclone Sandy. |
Forecast office: NWS Mount Holly · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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