Albemarle Sound at Colington Harbor (in MLLW)
Dare County, North Carolina
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 6 ft
Widespread and significant flooding throughout Colington, with businesses and homes flooded. Many roads will be impassable with inundation, including most of Colington Road and nearly all secondary roads.
- 5 ft
Numerous homes and businesses will see flooding throughout Colington. Portions of Colington Road will be inundated with water and will be impassable. Many secondary roads will also be impassable, including many throughout Colington Harbour.
- 3 ft
Minor flooding in Colington flooding docks and yards adjacent to Colington Creek, Blount Bay the Albemarle Sound and other tributaries. Minor flooding on porions of Colington Road and Harbour View Drive.
- 2 ft
Very low lying areas in Colington adjacent to Colington Creek, Blount Bay, and the Albemarle Sound will see minor flooding.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2022 | 3.48 ft | — |
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