Tar River at NC581 Nr Spring Hope
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 23.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 25.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 27.0 ft.
| Action stage | 23.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 27.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 23.9 ft on Oct 10, 2016 (historic crest)
- 21.7 ft on Apr 28, 2017 (historic crest)
- 16.0 ft on Sep 21, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 11.0 ft | BANKFULL STAGE. |
|---|---|
| 25.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. There is significant flooding of low-lying wooded areas below the NC-581 bridge and water will reach the base of the bridge. |
| 27.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water will reach the NC-581 roadway and flood nearby wooded areas. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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