Is the Neuse River flooding?
The Neuse River is tracked by 7 USGS streamgauges in North Carolina. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Neuse River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Neuse River is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all North Carolina river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neuse River near Falls, NC | No flooding | 1.03 ft | 6 ft | |
| Neuse River near Clayton, NC | No flooding | 4.32 ft | 9 ft | |
| Neuse River at Smithfield, NC | No flooding | 7.74 ft | 15 ft | |
| Neuse River near Goldsboro, NC | No flooding | 13.33 ft | 18 ft | |
| Neuse River at Kinston, NC | No flooding | 11.16 ft | 14 ft | |
| Neuse River near Fort Barnwell, NC | No flooding | 7.24 ft | 13 ft | |
| Neuse River at Whitehall, NC | No current data | — | — | — |
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.