Major Flood
13 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Flooding increases. Evacuations also increase in the towns of Newark and Christiana. Roads become impassable.
12.5 ft
Evacuations are possible in Duross Heights. Airport Road at the New Castle Airport floods is closed. Businesses are flooded. Flooding increases in Newark. Flooding also increases on Barksdale Road and can extend onto Casho Mill Road. Businesses on South College Avenue take on water.
12 ft
Significant flooding occurs on Meadow Road in Christiana. Roads are closed. Homes are flooded. Salem Church Road and Reybold Road floods in Christiana also flood and are subject to closures. Residential backyards can flood in this area. Flooding also occurs in Newark on West Chestnut Hill Road and South College Avenue.
11.5 ft
Portions of Duross Heights near New Castle Airport begin to flood including Don Avenue. Airport Road at the New Castle Airport begins to flood as the Christina River backs up the Nonesuch Creek. Walther Road in the Bear area also floods. Flooding also occurs around Smalley's Pond Dam in Christiana.
11 ft
Flooding begins in the town of Christiana. East Main Street (Del 7) begins to flood as does Water Street. Meadow Road near New Castle Airport is subject to flooding. Barksdale Road near Casho Mill Road is also subject to flooding as are residential backyards.
9 ft
Flooding begins in fields and floodplain adjacent to the river.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 4, 2020 | 14 ft | 8,781 cfs |
| Aug 28, 2011 | 13.89 ft | — |
| Sep 16, 1999 | 13.73 ft | 7,050 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CHBD1
River
Christina River
County
New Castle, DE
Coordinates
39.6375°N, 75.7278°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Christina River at Coochs Bridge?
The Christina River at Coochs Bridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01478000) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Christina River at Coochs Bridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Christina River at Coochs Bridge is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Christina River rises?
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Where is the Christina River at Coochs Bridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in New Castle County, Delaware at coordinates 39.6375°N, 75.7278°W. USGS site number: 01478000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey