Major Flood
17 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.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Minor flooding begins. Village Drive and Umstead Drive are flooded.
13 ft
Action Stage. Water reaches the bridge across Village Drive.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 23.1 ft | — |
| Jun 28, 1973 | 22.67 ft | — |
| Feb 1, 1973 | 22.19 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bolin Creek at Village Drive?
The Bolin Creek at Village Drive gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0209734440) 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 Bolin Creek at Village Drive?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bolin Creek at Village Drive is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bolin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bolin Creek at Village Drive 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 Bolin Creek at Village Drive gauge located?
The gauge is located in Orange County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.9222°N, 79.0658°W. USGS site number: 0209734440. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey