Major Flood
15 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12.5 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20.14 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
16 ft
Homes along Stoke and Camlin Street adjacent to Ahoskie Creek Park begin to flood. Several businesses south of town along US Highway 13 begin to flood.
15 ft
Many businesses along South Academy Street are inundated with a couple feet of water. South Academy Street begins to flood. Portions of US Highway 13 south of town are flooded.
14 ft
Numerous businesses along State Route 42, South Academy Street, are flooded. Most of Ahoskie Creek Park is flooded.
12.5 ft
Homes and businesses northeast of the Ahoskie Creek along State Route 42 and along Lee Jernigan Road begin to flood.
11.5 ft
Parking lots along Route 42 southwest of Ahoskie Creek begin to flood.
10.5 ft
Significant portions of the Ahoskie Creek Park are flooded including areas around the picnic pavilion and amphitheater. Properties along Lee Jernigan Road begin to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 1999 | 17.32 ft | 8,570 cfs |
| Oct 10, 2016 | 15.42 ft | 5,430 cfs |
| Oct 1, 2010 | 14.86 ft | 4,970 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
AHSN7
River
Ahoskie Creek
County
Hertford, NC
Coordinates
36.2803°N, 76.9994°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie?
The Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02053500) 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 Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ahoskie Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie 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 Ahoskie Creek at Ahoskie gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hertford County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.2803°N, 76.9994°W. USGS site number: 02053500. 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
- Flood stages have not been defined for this location.
- Stage may be affected by ice.