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Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Durham County, North Carolina on the Ellerbe Creek (NC). Live water level data from USGS gauge 02086849, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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Flood Stages

Moderate Flood

16 ft

Minor Flood

15 ft

Action Stage

14 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

16 ft

Estimated Moderate Flood Stage

15 ft

Estimated Minor Flood Stage

Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.

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Historic Crests

Date Stage Flow
Sep 17, 201812.96 ft
Sep 17, 201812.96 ft
Oct 11, 201810.4 ft
Oct 11, 201810.4 ft

About This Gauge

USGS Site

02086849

NWS LID

GORN7

River

Ellerbe Creek (NC)

County

Durham, NC

Coordinates

36.0592°N, 78.8328°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman?

The Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02086849) 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 Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.

How do I get alerts when Ellerbe Creek (NC) rises?

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Where is the Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman gauge located?

The gauge is located in Durham County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.0592°N, 78.8328°W. USGS site number: 02086849. 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