Major Flood
28 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.
Moderate Flood
26 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
18.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
MAIN STREET BRIDGE BEGINS TO FLOOD.
18 ft
AN OLD MILL THAT IS CLOSED WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD AND A DIRT ROAD NEAR OFF MAIN STREET WILL FLOOD.
12.2 ft
BANKFULL STAGE.
3 ft
3 INCH AREA BELOW THIS SITE IN 2 HOURS DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. AREA WHERE RAIN FELL IS MOSTLY FARM LAND. BROAD RIVER AT GAFFNEY DID RISE ABOUT 4.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2020 | 23.94 ft | 13,957 cfs |
| Jul 26, 2013 | 18.81 ft | 11,000 cfs |
| Jan 25, 2010 | 16.31 ft | 8,690 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LNDN7
River
First Broad River
County
Cleveland, NC
Coordinates
35.4153°N, 81.5608°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of First Broad River at Lawndale?
The First Broad River at Lawndale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02152474) 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 First Broad River at Lawndale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for First Broad River at Lawndale is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 18.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when First Broad River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add First Broad River at Lawndale 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 First Broad River at Lawndale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cleveland County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.4153°N, 81.5608°W. USGS site number: 02152474. 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