Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: VAAN7). 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
18.5 ft
Widespread and severe flooding throughout Vanceboro and the surrounding area, with numerous businesses and homes inundated. Most area roadways, including NC-43, will be impassable due to flooding making travel nearly impossible.
16.5 ft
Several residences and businesses will see flooding throughout Vanceboro. Streets Ferry Road is significantly inundated just south of the gauge site. Portions of Piney Neck Road and several other secondary roads are flooded and may be impassable.
11.5 ft
Water inundates properties and may surround some homes on the north end of Streets Ferry Road. Water may also cover Streets Ferry Road just south of the creek. Other minor flooding occurs in and around Vanceboro near the creek and adjacent tributaries.
9.5 ft
Very low lying areas along Streets Ferry Road in Vanceboro 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2024 | 11.81 ft | — |
| Dec 20, 2023 | 9.82 ft | — |
| Sep 26, 2023 | 9.68 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
VAAN7
River
Swift Creek
County
Craven, NC
Coordinates
35.2969°N, 77.1491°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swift Creek at Vanceboro?
The Swift Creek at Vanceboro 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 Swift Creek at Vanceboro?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swift Creek at Vanceboro is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swift Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Swift Creek at Vanceboro 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 Swift Creek at Vanceboro gauge located?
The gauge is located in Craven County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2969°N, 77.1491°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