Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 16.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 17.0 ft; major flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 18.7 ft on Aug 28, 2011 (historic crest)
- 17.4 ft on Aug 10, 1967 (historic crest)
- 16.7 ft on Aug 27, 2026 (historic crest)
- 15.7 ft on Aug 28, 1971 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 15.0 ft | Water begins to overflow its banks and flood adjacent open fields. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township. |
|---|---|
| 16.0 ft | Flooding occurs on Licciardello Drive in Woolwich Township. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township. |
| 17.0 ft | Tomlin Station Road in Harrison Township begins to flood. Licciardello Drive in Woolwich Township takes on additional water. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township. |
| 18.0 ft | Russel Mill Road and Kings Highway in Woolwich Township are impassable. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township. |
Forecast office: NWS Mount Holly · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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