Major Flood
6 ft
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CTIN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
2 ft
Action Stage
1.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
6 ft
Significant inundation along Cedar Island Road between Atlantic and the Cedar Island Ferry Terminal. Homes along Cedar Island Road expected to see major impacts, with some areas seeing up to 4 feet of inundation. The parking lot at the ferry terminal would be completely underwater with water approaching the ferry terminal building.
4 ft
Cedar Island Ferry Terminal parking lot will begin to flood with 1 to 2 feet of inundation in some spots. Most of Cedar Island Road would be under significant inudation of up to 3 feet. Homes along Cedar Island Road, between Bogie Acres Road and Ditch Path Road could see up to 2 feet inundation.
2 ft
Minor flooding will begin in the lower lying areas of the Cedar Island Ferry Terminal parking lot. Water could begin to encroach on Cedar Island Road from Atlantic to the Cedar Island Ferry Terminal with some areas approaching 1 foot of inundation from Lola Road to Ditch Path Road.
1.5 ft
Very low lying areas in Cedar Island adjacent to the Pamlico Sound, North Bay, Cedar Island Bay 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2015 | 4.17 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 3.77 ft | — |
| Nov 7, 2021 | 2.98 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CTIN7
River
Pamlico Sound
County
Carteret, NC
Coordinates
35.0183°N, 76.3144°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pamlico Sound at Cedar Island (in MLLW)?
The Pamlico Sound at Cedar Island (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 Pamlico Sound at Cedar Island (in MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pamlico Sound at Cedar Island (in MLLW) is 2 feet. Action stage begins at 1.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 6 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pamlico Sound rises?
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Where is the Pamlico Sound at Cedar Island (in MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carteret County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.0183°N, 76.3144°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
- Due to technical difficulties, we are unable to receive observations below 0 feet at this gage location.