RIVER GAUGE · FLAT RIVER
Flat River at Bahama
Durham County, North Carolina
Water level1.12 ft
Flow2 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action11 ft
Minor flood12 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 12 ft
Minor flooding begins. The Flat River overflows its natural banks. Above this point the banks are very steep and flooding is likely limited to recreational property along the river.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 17.26 ft | 33,800 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2018 | 12.28 ft | — |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 7.26 ft | — |
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