North Branch Raritan River near Raritan NJ
Is North Branch Raritan River near Raritan NJ flooding right now?
No — North Branch Raritan River near Raritan NJ is at 2.93 ft, 7.1 ft below its 10 ft flood stage, as of 2 hours ago.
Gauge height
2.93 ft
Streamflow
184 cfs
Minor flooding here begins at 10 ft, with major flooding at 15 ft. The highest crest on record was 19.52 ft on Thu, Sep 2, 2021.
Flood forecast
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 8 ft | 5.1 ft below |
| Minor flood | 10 ft | 7.1 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 12 ft | 9.1 ft below |
| Major flood | 15 ft | 12.1 ft below |
Highest crests on record
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| 19.52 ft | 2021-09-02 |
| 18.98 ft | 1999-09-16 |
| 17.97 ft | 2011-08-28 |
| 15.47 ft | 1971-08-28 |
| 15.44 ft | 1996-10-19 |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| North Branch Raritan River at South Branch NJ | 1.1 mi | Somerset County |
| South Branch Raritan River at South Branch NJ | 1.9 mi | Somerset County |
| North Branch Raritan River at North Branch NJ | 2.1 mi | Somerset County |
| Holland Brook at Readington NJ | 2.8 mi | Somerset County |
| Peters Brook near Raritan NJ | 3.0 mi | Somerset County |
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Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.