Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina on the Coffee Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02146348, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
18 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
14.5 ft
Minor flooding continues. The Rise Sunridge Apartments are likely flooding.
13 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Flooding of the Rise Sunridge Apartments may be imminent.
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 | 12.11 ft | 1,640 cfs |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 12.11 ft | 1,640 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2003 | 11.75 ft | 1,440 cfs |
| Jun 7, 2003 | 11.75 ft | 1,440 cfs |
| Apr 18, 2015 | 11.42 ft | 1,280 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
COFN7
River
Coffee Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.1458°N, 80.9269°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek?
The Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146348) 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 Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Coffee Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Coffee Creek at S Tryon St (NC 49), 3 ENE Steele Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1458°N, 80.9269°W. USGS site number: 02146348. 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