Scuppernong River at Columbia (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 4.0 ft.
| Action stage | 2.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 2.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 3.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 4.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 5.1 ft on Aug 27, 2011 (historic crest)
- 3.8 ft on Oct 9, 2016 (historic crest)
- 2.4 ft on Oct 4, 2015 (historic crest)
- 2.3 ft on Sep 16, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.0 ft | Water will begin to encroach homes and businesses along creeks near the west end of Green Street, Godfrey Ave, and North Water Street. Flooding of low lying areas around Cypress Cove Marina. |
|---|---|
| 2.5 ft | Main Street will begin to flood up to Elm Street. Flooding of Green Street near Godfrey Ave and North Virginia Street. Church Street will be flooded. Flooding near Ludington Drive south of the Tyrrell County Visitors Center, and of Cypress Cove Marina can be expected. |
| 3.5 ft | Numerous residences and businesses will see flooding throughout Columbia. Many roads flooded along and north of Main Street along and west of North Road Street. Many secondary roads will be inundated with water and may be impassable. |
| 4.0 ft | Widespread and significant flooding throughout Columbia, with businesses and homes flooded. Many roads will be impassable with inundation, including portions of Highway 64 and most secondary roads. |
| 5.0 ft | Flooding comparable to Hurricane Irene in 2011. Most streets in downtown Columbia will be flooded. Flooding of much of Main Street to Columbia High School. Flooding of many streets adjacent to the Albemarle Sound on the north end of town from Legion Beach Road to Rhodes Haven Drive. |
Forecast office: NWS Newport · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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