Major Flood
6.4 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
5.4 ft
Minor Flood
4.4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.13 ft
(Mean Lower Low Water (MLLW)) The level reached on October 29, 2012 during Post Tropical Cyclone Sandy.
6.79 ft
(MLLW) The level reached on January 23, 2016.
6.76 ft
(MLLW) The level reached on October 27, 2018.
6.4 ft
(MLLW) MAJOR FLOODING. At this level, flooding starts to become severe enough to begin causing structural damage along with widespread flooding of roadways in Tuckerton, Little Egg Harbor Township and nearby communities. Vulnerable homes and businesses may be severely damaged as water levels rise further above this threshold. Numerous roads become impassable and some neighborhoods may be isolated. The flood waters become a danger to anyone who attempts to cross on foot or in a vehicle.
5.4 ft
(MLLW) MODERATE FLOODING. At this level, widespread flooding of roadways begins with many roads becoming impassable in Tuckerton, Little Egg Harbor Township and nearby communities. Lives may be at risk when people put themselves in harm's way. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. COASTAL FLOOD WARNING LEVEL.
5.2 ft
(MLLW) Flooding begins in Washington Township, Burlington County, along Burlington County Route 542 at Crowley's Landing, and at Green Bank and Lower Bank along the Mullica River. Flooding begins along Burlington County Route 542 around the Merrygold Branch of the Wading River in Bass River Township.
5 ft
(MLLW) Flooding begins along Amasa Landing Road in Bass River Township (Burlington County).
4.8 ft
(MLLW) Flooding begins along local roads in Tuckerton, including South Green Street. Flooding begins along local roads in Little Egg Harbor Township.
4.7 ft
(MLLW) COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY LEVEL.
4.4 ft
(MLLW) MINOR FLOODING.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 28, 2012 | 10.13 ft | — |
| Jan 22, 2016 | 6.79 ft | — |
| Oct 26, 2018 | 6.76 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TKTN4
River
Little Egg Inlet
County
Burlington, NJ
Coordinates
39.5089°N, 74.3247°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Egg Inlet at Tuckerton (IN MLLW)?
The Little Egg Inlet at Tuckerton (IN MLLW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01409335) 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 Little Egg Inlet at Tuckerton (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Egg Inlet at Tuckerton (IN MLLW) is 4.4 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.4 feet, and major flooding at 6.4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Egg Inlet rises?
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Where is the Little Egg Inlet at Tuckerton (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Burlington County, New Jersey at coordinates 39.5089°N, 74.3247°W. USGS site number: 01409335. 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
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- Flood impacts are based on long-term averages. Actual impacts from any tidal flooding event may vary due to factors such as rainfall, wave action, and the number of tide cycles during which there is an onshore flow.