Major Flood
20 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Major flooding begins. The US-301 bridge is inundated and the road is closed. Homes along US-301 south of the site may be affected.
18 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Fishing Creek floods a broad expanse of marsh and farmland.
16 ft
Minor flooding begins. Minor overflow occurs on both banks near Hwy 301. Creeks and streams downstream of Hwy 301 may backup and cause flooding across Island Rd.
14 ft
Fishing Creek reaches bankfull at the gage site.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 1910 | 22.1 ft | — |
| Sep 17, 1999 | 21.65 ft | — |
| Jul 23, 1916 | 21.6 ft | 20,300 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Fishing Creek near Enfield?
The Fishing Creek near Enfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02083000) 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 Fishing Creek near Enfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Fishing Creek near Enfield is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Fishing Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Fishing Creek near Enfield 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 Fishing Creek near Enfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Halifax County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.1508°N, 77.6931°W. USGS site number: 02083000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: 02083000