Nahunta Swamp near Shine
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 19.0 ft; major flooding begins at 21.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 19.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 21.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 21.0 ft on Sep 17, 1999 (historic crest)
- 17.9 ft on Oct 9, 2016 (historic crest)
- 14.5 ft on Sep 15, 2018 (historic crest)
- 14.1 ft on Oct 6, 1964 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 15.0 ft | Water approaches and may cover portions of Bullhead Road and Nahunta Road |
|---|---|
| 17.0 ft | Water inundates portions of Bullhead Road, Nahunta Road, and Lanetown Road, making them impassable. |
| 19.0 ft | All crossings along Nahunta Swamp are impassable, including the near the confluence with Contentnea Creek near NC 58. Several homes and structures are surrounded by water. |
| 21.0 ft | Widespread flooding in the area with all crossings inundated by several feet of water. Several homes and structures are inundated along the entire length of the swamp. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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