Major Flood
23 ft
Current Water Level
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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
21 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Major flooding occurs on Route 4. Stanton Road is subject to closures.
21 ft
Flooding begins on Route 4.
19 ft
Flooding begins in the Glenville section.
18 ft
Several feet of water are possible on West Newport Pike in Stanton. Old Stanton Christiana Road near Shone Lumber floods.
16 ft
Spotty flooding is possible on West Newport Pike in Stanton.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2003 | 25.52 ft | 35,600 cfs |
| Sep 15, 1999 | 23.5 ft | 8,260 cfs |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 23.43 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STND1
River
Red Clay Creek
County
New Castle, DE
Coordinates
39.7158°N, 75.6400°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Red Clay Creek at Stanton?
The Red Clay Creek at Stanton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01480015) 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 Red Clay Creek at Stanton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Red Clay Creek at Stanton is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Red Clay Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Red Clay Creek at Stanton to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Red Clay Creek at Stanton gauge located?
The gauge is located in New Castle County, Delaware at coordinates 39.7158°N, 75.6400°W. USGS site number: 01480015. 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