Ragged Island Creek at US 17
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
- 3.7 ft on Sep 24, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.5 ft | Water begins to cover Kings Cove Way at US 17. |
|---|---|
| 3.5 ft | Kings Cove Way becomes impassable at US 17. |
| 4.5 ft | Water reaches the shoulders of US 17. |
Forecast office: NWS Wakefield · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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