Major Flood
13 ft
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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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Record Flood Stage. Extensive flood damage is likely occurring to the town of Marshall, Blannahassett Island, and the community of Rollins.
21 ft
Major flooding continues. Near record flooding is being observed with floodwaters at least 7 feet deep in the lower elevations in the town of Marshall.
16.5 ft
Major flooding continues. Flooding of buildings and businesses along Main Street is continuing and worsening with most buildings having at least 2 feet of water in them.
13 ft
Major Flood Stage. Floodwaters in the town of Marshall are at least 1.5 ft deep. Flooding at this level is similar to the flooding that occurred on September 17, 2004.
11.3 ft
Moderate flooding continues. Most buildings in the town of Marshall are inundated. Flooding at this level is similar to the flooding that occurred on September 8, 2004.
10 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Flooding along Rollins Road and Hayes Run Road is continuing and worsening. Parts of the town of Marshall is flooded.
9 ft
Minor flooding continues. The French Broad River is close to the top of the railroad tracks and starting to flood areas between Highway 70 and the normal riverbank. Floodwaters may begin to reach buildings along Back Street and on Blannahassett Island.
8 ft
Minor Flood Stage. The French Broad River is approaching some buildings on Blannahassett Island and approaching residential yards along Island Road. Minor flooding along Rollins Road is likely. The river is approaching the railroad tracks in the Back Street area.
7 ft
The French Broad River is starting to flood low-lying areas on Blannahassett Island. Low-lying areas along Hayes Run Creek in the Rollins area are beginning to flood.
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 27, 2024 | 21.36 ft | — |
| Mar 11, 1963 | 15 ft | — |
| Nov 5, 1978 | 13.64 ft | 54,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MARN7
River
French Broad River
County
Madison, NC
Coordinates
35.7864°N, 82.6608°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of French Broad River above Rollins Rd, 1 SE Marshall?
The French Broad River above Rollins Rd, 1 SE Marshall gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03453500) 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 French Broad River above Rollins Rd, 1 SE Marshall?
The NWS-defined flood stage for French Broad River above Rollins Rd, 1 SE Marshall is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when French Broad River rises?
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Where is the French Broad River above Rollins Rd, 1 SE Marshall gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7864°N, 82.6608°W. USGS site number: 03453500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.