Major Flood
13 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.
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
MAJOR FLOOD STAGE. THE US1 BRIDGE IS FLOODED AND THE ROAD CLOSED.
8 ft
FLOOD STAGE. WATER REACHES THE BASE OF THE US1 BRIDGE.
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 17, 2018 | 11.49 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HOFN7
River
Drowning Creek
County
Richmond, NC
Coordinates
35.0606°N, 79.4942°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Drowning Creek at Hoffman?
The Drowning Creek at Hoffman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02133500) 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 Drowning Creek at Hoffman?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Drowning Creek at Hoffman is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Drowning Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Drowning Creek at Hoffman 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 Drowning Creek at Hoffman gauge located?
The gauge is located in Richmond County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.0606°N, 79.4942°W. USGS site number: 02133500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Lumber River near Maxton
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey