Scuppernong River at Columbia (in MLLW)

The past week

What floods at each level

• 5 ft

  Flooding comparable to Hurricane Irene in 2011. Most streets in downtown Columbia will be flooded. Flooding of much of Main Street to Columbia High School. Flooding of many streets adjacent to the Albemarle Sound on the north end of town from Legion Beach Road to Rhodes Haven Drive.

• 4 ft

  Widespread and significant flooding throughout Columbia, with businesses and homes flooded. Many roads will be impassable with inundation, including portions of Highway 64 and most secondary roads.

• 3.5 ft

  Numerous residences and businesses will see flooding throughout Columbia. Many roads flooded along and north of Main Street along and west of North Road Street. Many secondary roads will be inundated with water and may be impassable.

• 2.5 ft

  Main Street will begin to flood up to Elm Street. Flooding of Green Street near Godfrey Ave and North Virginia Street. Church Street will be flooded. Flooding near Ludington Drive south of the Tyrrell County Visitors Center, and of Cypress Cove Marina can be expected.

• 2 ft

  Water will begin to encroach homes and businesses along creeks near the west end of Green Street, Godfrey Ave, and North Water Street. Flooding of low lying areas around Cypress Cove Marina.

Highest crests on record