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Pamlico Sound at Avon (in MLLW)

National Weather Service gauge AVON7 · North Carolina · Dare County · 35.3257, -75.5119

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 3.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 4.0 ft; major flooding begins at 5.0 ft.

Action stage2.0 ft
Minor flooding3.0 ft
Moderate flooding4.0 ft
Major flooding5.0 ft

Highest recorded crests

What the water does

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

2.0 ftVery low lying areas in Avon adjacent to the Pamlico Sound and other tidal creeks will begin to see minor flooding.
3.0 ftMinor flooding in Avon, flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Pamlico Sound and tidal creeks.
4.0 ftNumerous homes and businesses will see flooding throughout Avon. Portions of NC-12 and secondary roads will be inundated with water and may be impassable.
5.0 ftWidespread and significant flooding throughout Avon, with homes and businesses flooded. Most roads will be impassable with inundation, including NC-12 and most secondary roads.

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

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