Major Flood
120 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BCDN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
110 ft
Minor Flood
105 ft
Action Stage
102 ft
What Floods at Each Level
640 ft
640 CFS WILL CAUSE A GATE TO BE RAISED.
105 ft
WATER OVERTOPPING SPILLWAY MAY CAUSE FLOODING DOWNSTREAM
100 ft
FULL POOL WATER AT TOP OF SPILLWAY
1.5 ft
1.5 IN ONE HOUR WILL NOT CAUSE FLOODING. DAMS ARE KEPT LOW AND CONTROL WATER PRETTY WELL.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
BCDN7
River
Bear Creek
County
Jackson, NC
Coordinates
35.2414°N, 83.0728°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM?
The Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM is 105 feet. Action stage begins at 102 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 110 feet, and major flooding at 120 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bear Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM 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 Bear Creek at BEAR CREEK DAM gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2414°N, 83.0728°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.