IsItFlooding

Is the Raccoon Creek flooding?

New Jersey · 2 gauges · New Jersey river levels

The Raccoon Creek is tracked by 2 USGS streamgauges in New Jersey. 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 Raccoon Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all New Jersey river levels.

data refreshed 7 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Raccoon Creek near Swedesboro NJ. The highest level ever recorded there was 18.68 ft on 28 August 2011, carrying 5,510 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1967 (58 annual peaks). It is currently at 7.47 ft, 11.2 ft below that record.

Drains 27 sq mi · gauge elevation -1 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Raccoon Creek near Swedesboro NJNo flooding7.47 ft16 ft
Raccoon Creek at Wrights Mill NJNo 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.