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Neuse River at Oriental (in MLLW)

National Weather Service gauge ORLN7 · North Carolina · Pamlico County · 35.0244, -76.6919

Stage at this gauge is reported in MLLW.

Flood levels

Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 2.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 4.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 6.0 ft; major flooding begins at 7.0 ft.

Action stage2.0 ft
Minor flooding4.0 ft
Moderate flooding6.0 ft
Major flooding7.0 ft

Highest recorded crests

What the water does

National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.

4.0 ftMinor inundation (1 ft or less) is likely for areas near the Oriental Marina, South Avenue, and areas surrounding Raccoon Creek along Hodges, Main, and Factory Streets. Homes and businesses along Smith Creek and Greens Creek will begin to experience minor to moderate inundation. Minor inundation, 1 to 2 feet, expected throughout Lowland, Hobucken and Vandemere. A few primary and secondary roadways may become impassable in areas.
4.5 ftFlooding of Water Street, White Farm Road, and Oriental Road.
6.0 ftWidespread flooding is expected throughout Pamlico County. In Oriental, locations south and east of Hwy 55 will see inundation of 2 to 4 feet. Homes and businesses adjacent to Greens Creek, Raccoon Creek, Smith Creek, Whittaker Creek, Camp Creek, and Pierce Creek will see significant inundation of 2 to 4 feet, including the River Dunes, Whittaker Harbor and Sea Vista communities. Many primary and secondary roads will become impassable. Some evacuations may be needed.
7.0 ftWidespread and significant inundation expected throughout the eastern portions of Pamlico County, including: Oriental, Hobucken, Vandemere, and Lowland. In Oriental, most homes and businesses south and east of Hwy 55 will see significant inundation of 3 to 6 feet. Many roads in the eastern portion of the county will become completely impassable. Evacuations will be required.

Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.

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