Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW)
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Hyde County, North Carolina on the Far Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EGHN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
4.5 ft
Moderate Flood
3.5 ft
Minor Flood
2.5 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
4.5 ft
Widespread and significant flooding throughout Engelhard down into Middletown, with homes and businesses flooded. Highway 264 will be inundated with several feet of water and portions will likely be impassable. Most secondary roads throughout Engelhard and Middletown will be inundated with several feet of water and will be impassable.
3.5 ft
Numerous homes and businesses will see flooding throughout eastern Hyde County, including Engelhard. Portions of Highway 264 and many secondary roads will be inundated and may be impassable.
2.5 ft
Minor flooding throughout eastern Hyde County, including Engelhard down to Middletown. Flooding across many secondary roads adjacent to Far Creek in Engelhard.
2 ft
Very low lying areas in Engelhard adjacent to Far Creek, the Pamlico Sound, and other tributaries will see minor flooding.
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 15, 2018 | 3 ft | — |
| Sep 15, 2018 | 3 ft | — |
| Sep 23, 2023 | 2.49 ft | — |
| Sep 23, 2023 | 2.49 ft | — |
| Nov 8, 2021 | 1.99 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EGHN7
River
Far Creek
County
Hyde, NC
Coordinates
35.5089°N, 75.9969°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW)?
The Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW) 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 Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW) is 2.5 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 3.5 feet, and major flooding at 4.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Far Creek rises?
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Where is the Far Creek at Engelhard (in MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Hyde County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.5089°N, 75.9969°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