Major Flood
20 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.
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
BRDIGE MAY BEGIN TO FLOOD
7 ft
BANKFULL STAGE...NOTHING IN THE AREA TO FLOOD AT THIS LEVEL.
4 ft
POSSIBLE RISE ON CREEK DUE TO BACKWATER ON THE CATAWBA RIVER CAUSED BY HIGH RESERVOIR LEVELS AND RRELEASES FROM CWAN7
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2003 | 5.91 ft | — |
| Aug 27, 2008 | 5.78 ft | 290 cfs |
| Nov 21, 2006 | 3.75 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BVRN7
River
Beaverdam Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.1722°N, 80.9833°W
Get Flood Alerts for Beaverdam 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 Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd?
The Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214297160) 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 Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Beaverdam Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd 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 Beaverdam Creek above Windy Gap Rd gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1722°N, 80.9833°W. USGS site number: 0214297160. 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