Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Macon County, North Carolina on the Cullasaja River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: CUSN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
9.8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
TRAILER PARK OFF OF HIGHLANDS ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. ALSO...HOMES ON RIVER ROAD NEAR PEACEFUL COVE ROAD WILL FLOOD.
9.8 ft
RIVER ROAD AND FULTON ROADS WILL BE CLOSED DUE TO FLOODING. WATER WILL APPROACH HOMES ON CULLASAJA CIRCLE..
7 ft
ABOVE BANKFULL STAGE ... MAINLY FARMLAND FLOODING.
5 ft
BANKFULL STAGE
3.5 ft
3.50 INCH IN 24 HOURS CAUSED 2.75 FT RISE
2 ft
2.00 IN IN 2 HOURS AT HGLN7 CAUSED A 3 FT JUMP IN RIVER AT THIS GAGE SITE. CREST AT CUJN7 SHOWED UP HERE 3 HOURS LATER.
1.5 ft
1.50 IN 6 HOURS TOOK CREEK UP 2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 15.52 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 15.52 ft | — |
| Sep 21, 2009 | 9.8 ft | — |
| Sep 21, 2009 | 9.8 ft | — |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 7.86 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
CUSN7
River
Cullasaja River
County
Macon, NC
Coordinates
35.1419°N, 83.2942°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin?
The Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin 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 Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin is 9.8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cullasaja River rises?
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Where is the Cullasaja River at Peaceful Cove Rd (above Cullasaja River RV Park), 6 SE Franklin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Macon County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1419°N, 83.2942°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.