Major Flood
28 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
24 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
A FEW BUILDINGS NEAR THE GAGE SITE ON SECONDARY ROAD 3181 WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
14 ft
WATER APPROACHS BUILDINGS ON SR1381
2.7 ft
2.70 IN ONE HR WILL TAKE CREEK FROM 1.5 TO 7 FT
1.85 ft
1.85 IN ONE HOUR CAUSED CREEK TO RISE TO 5.21 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2004 | 10.92 ft | 2,160 cfs |
| Jul 11, 2004 | 10.42 ft | 2,100 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2018 | 10.02 ft | 1,890 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CLCN7
River
Clear Creek (NC)
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2083°N, 80.5800°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181?
The Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0212466000) 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 Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181 is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 24 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Clear Creek (NC) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181 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 Clear Creek (NC) at SR3181 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2083°N, 80.5800°W. USGS site number: 0212466000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey