Major Flood
10 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Several feet of water is possible on Lanes Mill Road near the Brick Township line.
10 ft
Sandra Place in Brick Township is subject to closure due to flooding.
9 ft
Smaller tributaries attached to the Metedeconk River can flood due to it running high and water not being able to drain.
8 ft
Lanes Mill Road in Brick Township is subject to closure due to flooding.
7 ft
The river overflows out of its banks and floods open adjacent floodplain.
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 27, 2011 | 11.4 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Aug 13, 2018 | 10.06 ft | 1,857 cfs |
| Oct 14, 2005 | 9.97 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LAWN4
River
North Branch Metedeconk River
County
Ocean, NJ
Coordinates
40.0917°N, 74.1525°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood?
The North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01408120) 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 North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Branch Metedeconk River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood 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 North Branch Metedeconk River at Lakewood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ocean County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.0917°N, 74.1525°W. USGS site number: 01408120. 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