Pamlico Sound at Bell Island Pier (in MLLW)
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 2.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 4.0 ft; major flooding begins at 5.0 ft.
| Action stage | 2.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 2.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 4.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 5.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.5 ft on Sep 14, 2018 (historic crest)
- 3.6 ft on Sep 23, 2023 (historic crest)
- 2.9 ft on Sep 30, 2022 (historic crest)
- 2.6 ft on Jan 17, 2022 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.0 ft | Very low lying areas in Western Hyde County (including Swanquarter) adjacent to the Pamlico Sound, Pungo River, Rose Bay, and other tributaries will see minor flooding. |
|---|---|
| 2.5 ft | Minor flooding in the towns of Swanquarter and Germantown, flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Pamlico Sound, Pungo River, Rose Bay and tributaries. In Swanquarter, flooding along Landing Road, Oyster Creek Street, and Credle Road.Flooding near Germantown Bayside Marina and Germantown Road. |
| 4.0 ft | Numerous residences and businesses will see flooding throughout Western Hyde County, including Swanquarter. Portions of Highway 264, NC-45, Creekside Road, and secondary roads in Swanquarter will be inundated with water and may be impassable. Minor flooding in Scranton impacting some homes and businesses. Flooding along portions of Highway 264. |
| 5.0 ft | Widespread and significant flooding throughout Western Hyde County, including Swanquarter and Scranton, with homes and businesses flooded. Most roadways will be impassable with inundation, including portions of Highway 264 and most secondary roads.Minor flooding nera the Swanquarter Ferry Terminal. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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