Major Flood
24 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
31 ft
Flooding reaches the base of the Arrington Bridge Rd bridge.
29 ft
The Little River backs up and US-70 and NC-55 are closed. The water treatment plant is flooded.
28 ft
The northbound lane of Arrington Bridge Rd is impassable, which cuts off access to medical facilities for residents south of the city. Emergency services must set up a temporary triage.
26 ft
Flooding threatens to close US-117.
24 ft
Major flooding begins. Strobe lights at the end of the runway at Seymour Johnson Air Force base are flooded.
23 ft
Strobe lights at the end of the runway at Seymour Johnson Air Force base are flooded.
22.5 ft
Evacuation of some homes in the Mar-Mac area and possibly the Buckhorn Island subdivision may be necessary.
22 ft
Flooding begins on Seymour Johnson Air Force Base.
21 ft
Riverview Trailer Park homes and Stevens Mill Road begin to flood.
20 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Arrington Bridge Road and access roads around Seymour Johnson Air Force Base flood.
18 ft
Minor flooding begins. Water overflows the banks at the Arrington Bridge Rd and upstream of the US-117 bridge. Ferry Bridge Rd begins to flood.
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 12, 2016 | 29.74 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| Sep 19, 1999 | 28.85 ft | 38,500 cfs |
| Sep 19, 2018 | 27.6 ft | 38,873 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Neuse River near Goldsboro?
The Neuse River near Goldsboro gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02089000) 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 Neuse River near Goldsboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Neuse River near Goldsboro is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Neuse River rises?
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Where is the Neuse River near Goldsboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wayne County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.3375°N, 77.9975°W. USGS site number: 02089000. 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