Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (in MLLW)
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Dare County, North Carolina on the Shallowbag Bay. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RMLN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
5.5 ft
Moderate Flood
4.5 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
5.5 ft
Widespread and significant flooding throughout Roanoke Island and sound side Nags Head, with homes and businesses flooded. Most roadways will be impassable with inundation, including portions of Highway 64 (also the Nags Head Causeway) and most secondary roads.
4.5 ft
Numerous homes and businesses will see flooding throughout Roanoke Island and sound side Nags Head. Widespread flooding throughout Manteo. Portions of Highway 64 will be inundated with water and may be impassable (including the Nags Head Causeway). Many secondary roads will be inundated and impassable, including areas in downtown Manteo. Flooding throughout Wanchese, including portions of NC 345 and secondary roads, which may be impassable.
3 ft
Minor flooding in Roanoke Island (Manteo and Wanchese) flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Roanoke Sound and tributaries. Minor flooding in the Pirates Cove Community. Minor flooding for low lying areas in sound side Nags Head.
2 ft
Very low lying areas in downtown Manteo, Roanoke Island and sound side Nags Head, adjacent to the Roanoke Sound, Doughs Creek 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2022 | 3.67 ft | — |
| Dec 23, 2022 | 3.67 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 2.91 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2022 | 2.91 ft | — |
| Jan 7, 2022 | 2.79 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RMLN7
River
Shallowbag Bay
County
Dare, NC
Coordinates
35.9108°N, 75.6691°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (in MLLW)?
The Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (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 Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (in MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (in MLLW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4.5 feet, and major flooding at 5.5 feet.
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Where is the Shallowbag Bay at Manteo (in MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Dare County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.9108°N, 75.6691°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