Major Flood
8 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
5 ft
Minor Flood
3 ft
Action Stage
2 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11.5 ft
Widespread and significant inundation throughout New Bern and surrounding communities. Flooding comparable to Hurricane Florence (2018). Portions of Highways 17 and 70 will be inundated with water and will be impassable. Runways and the terminal at Coastal Carolina Regional Airport will be impacted.
8 ft
Widespread and significant inundation throughout New Bern, James City, and Bridgeton (including the communities of Trent Woods, Riverbend and Fairfield Harbour). Some primary roadways (including portions of NC-43 and NC-55) and many secondary roads will be inundated with water and will be impassable. Portions of Highway 17 in Bridgeton will be impassable. Buildings and hangers at the Coastal Carolina Regional Airport near Aviation Drive will see minor flooding.
5 ft
Numerous residences and businesses will see flooding throughout New Bern, James City, and Bridgeton (including the communities of Trent Woods, Riverbend and Fairfield Harbour). Many roads will be inundated with water and may be impassable, especially in downtown New Bern and areas north/northeast of NC-55 (Neuse Blvd) that are in low lying areas.
3 ft
Minor flooding occurs in New Bern, James City, and Bridgeton flooding docks and yards adjacent to the Neuse and Trent Rivers, Brice and Scotts Creeks and other tributaries. Minor inundation in parts of downtown New Bern, including Union Point Park, and the communities of Trent Woods, Riverbend and Fairfield Harbour.
2 ft
Minor flooding of very low lying areas in New Bern, James City, Bridgeton, and areas adjacent to the Neuse and Trent Rivers, Brice Creek and other tributaries. Water reaches portions of Untion Point Park in downtown New Bern.
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 14, 2018 | 10.69 ft | — |
| Sep 23, 2023 | 4.47 ft | — |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 4.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BERN7
River
Trent River
County
Craven, NC
Coordinates
35.1028°N, 77.0366°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Trent River at New Bern (in MLLW)?
The Trent River at New Bern (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 Trent River at New Bern (in MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Trent River at New Bern (in MLLW) is 3 feet. Action stage begins at 2 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Trent River rises?
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Where is the Trent River at New Bern (in MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Craven County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1028°N, 77.0366°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