Major Flood
24 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Main Street in Stockton is flooded. The entrance to Bull Island State Park is closed.
22 ft
Railroad Avenue in stockton is flooded.
19 ft
Point Pleasant, Pennsylvania begins to have flood problems.
18 ft
Mill Street in Stockton is flooded as well as the Bull Island Campgrounds.
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 19, 1955 | 30.44 ft | — |
| Oct 10, 1903 | 27.74 ft | — |
| Mar 18, 1936 | 27 ft | — |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STKN4
River
Delaware River
County
Hunterdon, NJ
Coordinates
40.4028°N, 74.9792°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Delaware River at Stockton?
The Delaware River at Stockton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01461500) 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 Delaware River at Stockton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Delaware River at Stockton is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Delaware River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Delaware River at Stockton 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 Delaware River at Stockton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hunterdon County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.4028°N, 74.9792°W. USGS site number: 01461500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey