Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Johnston County, North Carolina on the Little River (North Carolina). Live water level data from USGS gauge 02088500, 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
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
FLOODING THREATENS RAINS CROSSROADS ROAD BRIDGE UPSTREAM OF THE GAGE SITE.
14 ft
EXTENSIVE FLOODING OF PASTURE LAND.
12 ft
WATER FLOODS DIRT ROADS ADJACENT TO GAGE SITE.
6 ft
WATER REACHES THE BOTTOM OF THE WELL HOUSE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2016 | 14.72 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 10, 2016 | 14.72 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 5, 1964 | 13.94 ft | 7,150 cfs |
| Oct 5, 1964 | 13.94 ft | 7,150 cfs |
| Oct 24, 1960 | 13.5 ft | 6,260 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PNTN7
River
Little River (North Carolina)
County
Johnston, NC
Coordinates
35.5111°N, 78.1606°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton?
The Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02088500) 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 Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little River (North Carolina) rises?
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Where is the Little River (North Carolina) near Princeton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Johnston County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.5111°N, 78.1606°W. USGS site number: 02088500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey