Major Flood
25 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
DORAL APARTMENTS WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD INSIDE.
14 ft
LEVEL AT WHICH THE DORAL APARTMENTS WILL BEGIN TO GET WATER AROUND THEM.
2.5 ft
2.5 TO 3 INCHES IN 3 HRS OR LESS RESULTED IN A RISE FROM 0.3 FT TO 10 FT (AS 14 FT)
2 ft
2.O INCH IN 6 HOURS TOOK CREEK TO 8 FT.
1.4 ft
1.4 IN 4 HOURS CAUSED A 7 FT RISE AT BRIN7 BRIAR CK BLW EDWARDS BRANCH
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2008 | 17.89 ft | — |
| May 5, 2009 | 14.57 ft | — |
| Jan 24, 2010 | 14.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRIN7
River
Briar Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2061°N, 80.8058°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Briar Creek below Edward's Branch?
The Briar Creek below Edward's Branch gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214643860) 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 Briar Creek below Edward's Branch?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Briar Creek below Edward's Branch is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when Briar Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Briar Creek below Edward's Branch 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 Briar Creek below Edward's Branch gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2061°N, 80.8058°W. USGS site number: 0214643860. 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