Roanoke River at Halifax, NC
Is Roanoke River at Halifax, NC flooding right now?
Roanoke River at Halifax, NC measured 17.60 ft on 2026-09-22 20:15:00 UTC. That observation was 29.4 ft below its 47 ft flood stage. This is the latest available reading, not a guarantee of current conditions.
Gauge height
17.60 ft
Streamflow
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Minor flooding here begins at 47 ft, with major flooding at 53 ft.
Flood stages at this gauge
| Category | Stage | Current distance |
|---|---|---|
| Action | 45 ft | 27.4 ft below |
| Minor flood | 47 ft | 29.4 ft below |
| Moderate flood | 50 ft | 32.4 ft below |
| Major flood | 53 ft | 35.4 ft below |
Nearby gauges
| Gauge | Distance | County |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke River at Roanoke Rapids, NC | 9.4 mi | Halifax County |
| Roanoke River near Scotland Neck, NC | 13.8 mi | Halifax County |
| Fishing Creek near Enfield, NC | 13.9 mi | Edgecombe County |
| Little Fishing Creek near White Oak, NC | 19.3 mi | Halifax County |
| Meherrin River near Bryants Corner, VA | 20.5 mi | Southampton 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.