Neuse River at Fort Barnwell
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 16.0 ft; major flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 22.8 ft on Sep 20, 1999 (historic crest)
- 20.5 ft on Oct 15, 2016 (historic crest)
- 18.0 ft on Sep 23, 2018 (historic crest)
- 14.7 ft on Nov 19, 2020 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 12.5 ft | Minor flooding is possible as river overflows the north bank into lowlands along the river. |
|---|---|
| 13.0 ft | Minor lowland flooding of many acres along the river. Water inundates boat ramps along the north bank of the river. |
| 14.0 ft | The river threatens homes along the north bank of the river. Many acres of farmland flooded. |
| 16.0 ft | Maple Cypress Road is inundated at low spots on either side of the bridge over the Neuse River. River Road is impassable in several spots. Water surrounds many homes along River Road, and adjacent roads to the south, including Jolly Ole Farm Road. |
| 18.0 ft | Widespread flooding along and south of River Road. Water inundates homes on Cow Pen Landing Road and adjacent roads to the south of River Road. Additionally, residences on Elane Drive are flooded. |
| 20.0 ft | Devastating flooding along River Road and any adjacent roads near the river, with numerous homes significantly inundated. HWY 118 also floods near River Road, and some homes along HWY 118 are inundated. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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