Major Flood
10.5 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10.5 ft
Gully road is subject to flooding and closures.
8 ft
Water from the river overtops a park berm. Flooding expands within the park and meets the park pond off of Schoolhouse Road.
7 ft
The Neptune American Legion on Gully Road is flooded.
6.5 ft
The pedestrian bridge over the Shark River in Shark River Park is overtopped.
6 ft
The River's Edge Trail in Shark River Park, between Schoolhouse Road and Gully Road, is flooded.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 25, 1969 | 7.94 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 7.61 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 13, 2005 | 7.14 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shark River at Neptune City?
The Shark River at Neptune City gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01407705) 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 Shark River at Neptune City?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shark River at Neptune City is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Shark River rises?
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Where is the Shark River at Neptune City gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monmouth County, New Jersey at coordinates 40.1986°N, 74.0700°W. USGS site number: 01407705. 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