Major Flood
21 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25.66 ft
Water over Sam Usry Rd 1 mi east of US15.
24.06 ft
Flood of record - Sept. 6, 1996 - Hurricane Fran.
20.66 ft
Major Flooding - Water over railroad tracks 0.25 mi east of railroad bridge over Tar River.
18.66 ft
Moderate Flooding - Water over Tom Hunt Rd 1 mi west of NC96.
17.66 ft
Water over Tar river Rd 1.5 mi south of US15 at Aycock Creek.
15.66 ft
Flood Stage - Minor Flooding - Water approaches Tar River Rd and Hunt Rd.
2.66 ft
Bankfull
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 24.06 ft | 19,900 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2018 | 20.04 ft | 14,540 cfs |
| Apr 26, 1978 | 18.87 ft | 14,200 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
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About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tar River near Tar River?
The Tar River near Tar River gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02081500) 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 Tar River near Tar River?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tar River near Tar River is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tar River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tar River near Tar River 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 Tar River near Tar River gauge located?
The gauge is located in Granville County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.1947°N, 78.5833°W. USGS site number: 02081500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey