Major Flood
998 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: LRDN7). 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
994 ft
Minor Flood
991 ft
Action Stage
990.6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
993.5 ft
CAMPGROUNDS UPSTREAM OF THIS GAGEE BETWEEN THE LAKE AND BAT CAVE WILL BE EVACUATED.
991 ft
WATER WILL LIKELY BE FLOWING OVER EMERGENCY SPILLWAY AND ALL GATES WILL LIKELY BE OPEN. ROADS DOWNSTREAM WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
990 ft
FULL POOL STAGE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2011 | 990.43 ft | — |
| Dec 4, 2010 | 990.38 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LRDN7
River
Broad River in NC/SC
County
Rutherford, NC
Coordinates
35.4250°N, 82.1842°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam?
The Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam 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 Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam is 991 feet. Action stage begins at 990.6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 994 feet, and major flooding at 998 feet.
How do I get alerts when Broad River in NC/SC rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam 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 Broad River in NC/SC at Lake Lure Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rutherford County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.4250°N, 82.1842°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Upstream: Broad River at highway 9 near Chimney Rock
Downstream: Broad River in NC/SC below Lake Lure Dam
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the Town of Lake Lure. The NWS does not own, operate, or maintain this site.