Major Flood
18 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18 ft
Russel Mill Road and Kings Highway in Woolwich Township are impassable. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township.
17 ft
Tomlin Station Road in Harrison Township begins to flood. Licciardello Drive in Woolwich Township takes on additional water. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township.
16 ft
Flooding occurs on Licciardello Drive in Woolwich Township. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township.
15 ft
Water begins to overflow its banks and flood adjacent open fields. Higher than normal tides on the Delaware River can affect water levels on Raccoon Creek into Woolwich Township.
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 | 18.68 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Aug 9, 1967 | 17.44 ft | 3,530 cfs |
| Aug 27, 1971 | 15.69 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SWBN4
River
Raccoon Creek
County
Gloucester, NJ
Coordinates
39.7406°N, 75.2592°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO?
The Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01477120) 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 Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Raccoon Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO 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 Raccoon Creek at SWEDESBORO gauge located?
The gauge is located in Gloucester County, New Jersey at coordinates 39.7406°N, 75.2592°W. USGS site number: 01477120. 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