Major Flood
4 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EWPN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
3 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
4 ft
Both lanes of W. Queen St near the Edenton Marina are flooded. Colonial Waterfront Park begins to floods. Numerous homes along Blount ST, Pembroke Cir and between E Water St and E Eden St east of Court St are flooded.
3 ft
Numerous homes between E Water St and E King St near Queen Anne Park begin to flood. Several homes off of Queen Anne Dr are surrounded by flood waters. Portions of both lanes of West Queen St near the Edenton Marina begin to flood.
2 ft
Water begins to flow into Edenton at the intersection of Hayesfarm Rd, E. Water St and S Oakum St. Pembroke Circle on Filberts Creek also begins to flood.
1.5 ft
Mexico Rd near Pembroke Creek/Pollock Swamp begins to flood. Other low lying areas along Pembroke Creek east and west of Edenton begin to flood as well.
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, 2003 | 7.19 ft | — |
| Sep 6, 2019 | 3.85 ft | — |
| Aug 4, 2020 | 3.47 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EWPN7
River
Chowan River
County
Chowan, NC
Coordinates
36.0564°N, 76.6106°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton?
The Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3 feet, and major flooding at 4 feet.
How do I get alerts when Chowan River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton 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 Chowan River near Waterfront Park at Edenton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Chowan County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.0564°N, 76.6106°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NC Department of Public Safety