Tar River at US301 Bypass at Rocky Mount
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 16.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.0 ft; major flooding begins at 22.0 ft.
| Action stage | 16.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 22.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.9 ft on Aug 12, 2024 (historic crest)
- 17.0 ft on Aug 13, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 15.0 ft | Bankfull. |
|---|---|
| 17.0 ft | Minor Flooding. Griffin St begins to flood. |
| 19.0 ft | Overlook Dr begins to flood. |
| 20.0 ft | Moderate Flooding. Water reaches houses along John Arthur Ln. |
| 20.5 ft | Harbour West Dr begins to flood 0.15 mi east of US301 Bypass. |
| 21.5 ft | Major Flooding. Water Reaches apartments just north of Bethlehem Rd at river. |
| 22.0 ft | Hammond St begins to flood. |
| 22.5 ft | Paul St begins to flood. |
| 23.0 ft | Bethlehem Rd just east of river begins to flood. |
| 23.5 ft | Water reaches structures along AQzalea St. |
| 24.0 ft | Most of Harbour West Dr under water. |
| 24.5 ft | Water approaches businesses on east side of US301 Bypass. |
| 25.0 ft | Old Mill Rd begins to flood at Maple Creek. |
| 26.0 ft | US301 Bypass begins to flood 0.5 mi north of Bethlehem Rd. |
| 27.0 ft | Water reaches many businesses on east side of US301 |
| 29.5 ft | Much of US301 Bypass under water from Tar River bridge north to US64 Business. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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