Tar River near Langley Crossroads
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 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.4 ft on Aug 12, 2024 (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. |
|---|---|
| 16.0 ft | Estimated Minor Flood Stage |
| 18.0 ft | Estimated Moderate Flood Stage |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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