Major Flood
17 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
WAKE FOREST ROAD AT SIX FORKS ROAD FLOODS.
20 ft
WAKE FOREST BRIDGE ROADWAY FLOODS.
18 ft
WATER ENTERS BUSINESSES.
17.5 ft
WAKE FOREST ROAD AT MCNEIL STREET FLOODS.
17 ft
WATER SPREADS TO GROUNDS OF BUSINESSES AT WAKE FOREST ROAD AND REACHES DOORS OF HOUSES AT HODGES AND PAULA STREETS.
16.5 ft
WAKE FOREST ROAD AT RUCKER AND CREEKSIDE FLOODS.
15 ft
WATER REACHES OXFORD ROAD.
13 ft
SECONDARY ROADS NEAR ATLANTIC AVENUE ARE UNDER WATER.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 21.9 ft | — |
| Jun 28, 1973 | 20.6 ft | — |
| Feb 1, 1973 | 19.3 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Crabtree Creek at Old Wake Forest Road?
The Crabtree Creek at Old Wake Forest Road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02087322) 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 Crabtree Creek at Old Wake Forest Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Crabtree Creek at Old Wake Forest Road is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Crabtree Creek rises?
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Where is the Crabtree Creek at Old Wake Forest Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wake County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.8158°N, 78.6258°W. USGS site number: 02087322. 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