Minor Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Minor overflow begins around the gage site.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 1979 | 19.82 ft | 20,100 cfs |
| Oct 4, 1995 | 19.1 ft | 16,900 cfs |
| Mar 3, 1974 | 19.07 ft | 16,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ELSA1
River
Terrapin Creek
County
Cherokee, AL
Coordinates
34.0650°N, 85.6142°W
Get Flood Alerts for Terrapin Creek
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Terrapin Creek at Ellisville?
The Terrapin Creek at Ellisville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02400100) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Terrapin Creek at Ellisville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Terrapin Creek at Ellisville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Terrapin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Terrapin Creek at Ellisville to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Terrapin Creek at Ellisville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, Alabama at coordinates 34.0650°N, 85.6142°W. USGS site number: 02400100. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- No forecasts are available for this location