Moderate Flood
16 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
15 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
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.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2018 | 12.96 ft | — |
| Oct 11, 2018 | 10.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
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?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ellerbe Creek (NC) near Gorman 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 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