Nanticoke River at Bridgeville
Sussex County, Delaware
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 11.5 ft
Significant flooding occurs along Rifle Range Road. The roadway is closed. Backwater increases on Turkey Branch increasing the flooding on Rifle Range Road. Backwater also increases on Bridgeville Branch.
- 10.5 ft
Flooding increases along Rifle Range Road and is subject to closure. High water on the Nanticoke could produce backwater effects on both Turkey Branch and Bridgeville Branch and cause additional flooding as a result.
- 9.5 ft
Rifle Range Road begins to flood. High water on the Nanticoke could produce backwater effects on Bridgeville Branch and cause additional flooding near North Main street.
- 8 ft
Adjacent open space, next to the river, begins to flood. High water on the Nanticoke could produce backwater effects on Bridgeville Branch.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 1979 | 10.31 ft | 3,020 cfs |
| Dec 18, 2023 | 9.85 ft | — |
| Jan 10, 2024 | 9.71 ft | — |
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