Minor Flood
16 ft
Current Water Level
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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.
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
Water will reach the level of the road at the bridge on Tar Heel Road where the gage is located.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2016 | 18.72 ft | 16,300 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2018 | 17.25 ft | 12,800 cfs |
| Nov 13, 2020 | 14.63 ft | 4,850 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Swamp near Tarheel?
The Big Swamp near Tarheel gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02134480) 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 Swamp near Tarheel?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Swamp near Tarheel is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Swamp rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Swamp near Tarheel 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 Swamp near Tarheel gauge located?
The gauge is located in Bladen County, North Carolina at coordinates 34.7103°N, 78.8364°W. USGS site number: 02134480. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Lumber River at Boardman
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey