Station Name: WHITE CLAY CREEK NEAR NEWARK, DE
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 30 feet / 9 meters

Nearest Address:
777 Delaware Park Blvd
Newark, DE 19804
New Castle County

GPS Coordinates: 39.6992222, -75.67502778

Nearby Water Temperatures

Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 15 at 5:24PM EDT until September 16 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Mon September 15, 2025, 5:24 PM
Expires: Tue September 16, 2025, 6:30 AM

* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Kent and Inland Sussex. * WHEN...From 3 PM to 9 PM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood. Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

Rip Current Statement issued September 15 at 5:24PM EDT until September 16 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Mon September 15, 2025, 5:24 PM
Expires: Tue September 16, 2025, 6:30 AM

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected. * WHERE...Eastern Monmouth, Atlantic Coastal Cape May, Coastal Atlantic and Coastal Ocean. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A HIGH risk of rip currents may continue through Wednesday.

Always obey posted Beach Flags. If you enter the surf zone, always have a floatation device with you and swim near a lifeguard if possible. If caught in a rip current, relax and float and do not swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.