Major Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Water begins to affect parts of Mayo Beach Road.
7 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 16, 1985 | 15.49 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| Oct 18, 1937 | 14 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| Sep 29, 2015 | 11.92 ft | 19,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mayo River near Price?
The Mayo River near Price gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02070500) 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 Mayo River near Price?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mayo River near Price is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mayo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mayo River near Price 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 Mayo River near Price gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockingham County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.5339°N, 79.9914°W. USGS site number: 02070500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Upstream: North Mayo River near Spencer
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey