Major Flood
110 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
106 ft
Minor Flood
104 ft
Action Stage
102 ft
What Floods at Each Level
104 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Floodwaters may approach homes and businesses between Morganton and Lake Rhodhiss. Backwater effects will impact several tributaries including Silver Creek and Lower Creek, causing flooding of low-lying areas along the tributaries, including at Antioch Rd. River access points will be flooded, including at Huffman Bridge Rd. The Catawba River Greenway near Morganton is likely flooded as well.
103 ft
Action/Advisory Stage flooding continues. Backwater effects may impact several tributaries including Silver Creek and Lower Creek, causing flooding of low-lying areas along the tributaries, including at Antioch Rd. River access points will be flooded, including at Huffman Bridge Rd. The Catawba River Greenway near Morganton may be flooded as well.
100 ft
Full Pool.
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 29, 1940 | 110.1 ft | — |
| Sep 28, 2024 | 109.62 ft | 94,000 cfs |
| Sep 8, 2004 | 107.41 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RHON7
River
Catawba River
County
Caldwell, NC
Coordinates
35.7733°N, 81.4381°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Catawba River at Lake Rhodhiss Dam?
The Catawba River at Lake Rhodhiss 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 Catawba River at Lake Rhodhiss Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Catawba River at Lake Rhodhiss Dam is 104 feet. Action stage begins at 102 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 106 feet, and major flooding at 110 feet.
How do I get alerts when Catawba River rises?
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Where is the Catawba River at Lake Rhodhiss Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Caldwell County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7733°N, 81.4381°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading affected by power generation.