Pungo River at Belhaven (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 3.5 ft; major flooding begins at 4.5 ft.
| Action stage | 2.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 2.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 3.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 4.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 6.3 ft on Sep 14, 2018 (historic crest)
- 4.1 ft on Sep 23, 2023 (historic crest)
- 4.1 ft on Aug 4, 2020 (historic crest)
- 3.7 ft on Oct 5, 2015 (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 adjacent to those bodies of water may begin to see minor flooding, including locations near the Belhaven Marina. |
|---|---|
| 2.5 ft | Minor flooding in the town of Belhaven, flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Pungo River, Pantego Creek, and tributaries. Flooding along Schrams Beach Road and along Old Pamlico Beach Road. |
| 3.5 ft | Numerous residences and businesses will see flooding. Flooding along East Water Street, East Main Street, and East Pungo Street. Route 99 near Schooner Point will flood. Flooding on Highway 264 from Scranton to Rose Bay. |
| 4.5 ft | Widespread and significant flooding throughout Belhaven, with businesses and homes flooded. Many roads will be impassable with inundation (including Highway 264 and Route 99), making it difficult to get in and out of the town of Belhaven. Portions of Belhaven will be cut by floodwaters. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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Nearby stations and gauges
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- Pamlico River at Aurora NWS gauge · 13.1 mi
- Pamlico Sound at Bell Island Pier (in MLLW) NWS gauge · 14.4 mi