Minor Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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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.
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Summer cabins on left bank begin to be affected.
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 12, 1940 | 22 ft | 70,000 cfs |
| Aug 16, 1994 | 12.02 ft | 18,700 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 10.13 ft | 13,059 cfs |
About This Gauge
Get Flood Alerts for Elk Creek (NC)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville?
The Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02111180) 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 Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Elk Creek (NC) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville 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 Elk Creek (NC) at Elkville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wilkes County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.0714°N, 81.4031°W. USGS site number: 02111180. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey