Cane River (NC) near Burnsville
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Yancey County, North Carolina on the Cane River (NC). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CRVN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
14 ft
Moderate Flood
12 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
WATER COVERS APPROACHS TO BRIDGE ON SR1112
7 ft
BANKFULL. WATER APPROACHS BOTTOM OF BRIDGE ON HIGHWAY SR1112
2.5 ft
WIDE SPREAD 2.5 IN IN 12 HRS TOOK RIVER UP TO 5.5 FT
1.5 ft
1- 1.5 INCH IN 3 HOURS IN HEADWATERS OF CANE RIVER...TOOK CREEK UP ABOUT 1.5 FT.
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 14, 2014 | 10.22 ft | — |
| Oct 14, 2014 | 10.22 ft | — |
| May 6, 2013 | 9.9 ft | — |
| May 6, 2013 | 9.9 ft | — |
| Jan 30, 2013 | 8.3 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CRVN7
River
Cane River (NC)
County
Yancey, NC
Coordinates
35.8739°N, 82.3194°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cane River (NC) near Burnsville?
The Cane River (NC) near Burnsville 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 Cane River (NC) near Burnsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cane River (NC) near Burnsville is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cane River (NC) rises?
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Where is the Cane River (NC) near Burnsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yancey County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.8739°N, 82.3194°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.