Major Flood
21 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
BRIDGE ON HIGHWAY 581 FLOODS.
19 ft
WATER REACHES THE BASE OF THE BRIDGE ON HIGHWAY 581.
17 ft
FLOOD STAGE. LOW LAND FLOODING ADJACENT TO HIGHWAY 581.
13 ft
CONTENTNEA CREEK IS NEAR BANKFULL.
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 9, 2016 | 17.53 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 5, 1964 | 16.28 ft | 5,860 cfs |
| Sep 6, 1996 | 14.12 ft | 3,540 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LUCN7
River
Contentnea Creek
County
Wilson, NC
Coordinates
35.6911°N, 78.1097°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Contentnea Creek near Lucama?
The Contentnea Creek near Lucama gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02090380) 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 Contentnea Creek near Lucama?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Contentnea Creek near Lucama is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Contentnea Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Contentnea Creek near Lucama 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 Contentnea Creek near Lucama gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wilson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.6911°N, 78.1097°W. USGS site number: 02090380. 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