Major Flood
22 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BHLN7). 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
15.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Businesses in downtown Lansing are flooded by 2 to 4 feet of water. Highway 194 is impassible. Water enters homes on Teaberry Road.
20 ft
Highway 194 in downtown Lansing is becoming impassible. Backwater flooding along Old Field Branch is causing water to enter several homes and businesses along the 9000 block. Homes on Teaberry Road are surrounded by water.
18 ft
Water begins to cover Highway 194 and enter businesses along the 9000 block.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 9, 2024 | 10.46 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BHLN7
River
Big Horse Creek
County
Ashe, NC
Coordinates
36.4978°N, 81.5105°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Horse Creek at Lansing?
The Big Horse Creek at Lansing 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 Big Horse Creek at Lansing?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Horse Creek at Lansing is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 15.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Horse Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Horse Creek at Lansing 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 Big Horse Creek at Lansing gauge located?
The gauge is located in Ashe County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.4978°N, 81.5105°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NC Emergency Management