Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Currituck County, North Carolina on the Currituck Sound. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02043433, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
3 ft
Minor flooding of docks and yards in soundside Corolla. Portions of Corolla Park and the Whalehead Club begin to flood. Water encroaches on the backside of the Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education building in Corolla.
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 | 3.94 ft | — |
| Aug 27, 2011 | 3.94 ft | — |
| Oct 11, 2018 | 3.7 ft | — |
| Oct 11, 2018 | 3.7 ft | — |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 2.88 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
OBCN7
River
Currituck Sound
County
Currituck, NC
Coordinates
36.3744°N, 75.8344°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA?
The Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02043433) 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 Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Currituck Sound rises?
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Where is the Currituck Sound near OUTER BANK CENTER FOR WILDLIFE EDUCATION IN COROLLA gauge located?
The gauge is located in Currituck County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.3744°N, 75.8344°W. USGS site number: 02043433. 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
- Gauge reading affected by tides.