River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS NBLP1
In brief
The Delaware River at Newbold Island, PA read 6.79 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 3.41 ft below minor flood stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge NBLP1
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13.22 ft | 2021-09-01 |
| 2 | 12.64 ft | 2024-01-10 |
| 3 | 12.62 ft | 2005-04-04 |
| 4 | 12.50 ft | 2011-04-17 |
| 5 | 12.50 ft | 2006-06-29 |
| 6 | 12.26 ft | 2014-05-01 |
| 7 | 12.24 ft | 2012-10-30 |
| 8 | 12.13 ft | 2012-12-21 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
(MLLW) MINOR FLOODING.
(MLLW) Flooding begins near the mouth of the Neshaminy Creek in the Croydon section of Bristol Township including Sixth Avenue, River Road, Minot Avenue and Bank Street.
(MLLW) COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY LEVEL.
(MLLW) Flooding begins along the riverfront in Burlington City NJ.
(MLLW) Flooding begins around Radcliffe Street and Mill Street in Bristol PA. Flooding begins along Tanner's Run near the intersection of US Route 130, Beverly Road and Devlin Avenue in Burlington Township NJ.
(MLLW) Flooding begins near the Trenton public boat ramp. Flooding begins in the Duck Island section of Hamilton Township.
(MLLW) MODERATE FLOODING. At this level, additional roadways near the river and its tidal tributaries in Mercer County, Burlington County and lower Bucks County begin to flood. Lives may be at risk when people put themselves in harm's way. Some damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur. COASTAL FLOOD WARNING LEVEL.
(MLLW) MAJOR FLOODING. At this level, widespread roadway flooding begins near the river and its tidal tributaries in Mercer County, Burlington County and lower Bucks County. Vulnerable homes and businesses may be damaged as water levels rise further above this threshold. Numerous roads become impassable and some neighborhoods may be isolated. The flood waters become a danger to anyone who attempts to cross on foot or in a vehicle.
(MLLW) The level reached on October 30, 2012 during Post Tropical Cyclone Sandy.
(MLLW) The level reached on May 1, 2014.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The Delaware River at Newbold Island is at 6.79 ft, 3.41 ft below minor flood stage.
The National Weather Service sets minor flooding 10.2 ft, moderate flooding 11.2 ft and major flooding 12.2 ft.
The highest crest on record is 13.22 ft, on 2021-09-01.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge NBLP1). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.