Major Flood
106 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EFLN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
104 ft
Minor Flood
102 ft
Action Stage
101 ft
What Floods at Each Level
104 ft
MODERATE FLOODING DOWNSTREAM.
102.5 ft
ROADS DOWNSTEAM IN POLK COUNTY ALONG GREEN RIVER WILL FLOOD. SOME EVACUATIONS BETWEEN SALUDA AND MILL SPRINGS WILL LIKELY BE NECESSARY.
102 ft
HIGH WATER EVENT AREAS ALONG THE SHORELINE WILL LIKELY FLOOD. GREEN RIVER WILL LIKELY BEGIN TO FLOOD GREEN RIVER COVE ROAD. FURTHER DOWNSTREAM BELOW LAKE ADGER...JOHN WATSON AND KEN MILLER ROADS IN THE HIGHLAND MAY FLOOD. CALL EMA
101.5 ft
FLOODING ALONG THE GREEN RIVER WILL BE LIKELY ESPECIALLY ON BOBS CREEK RD AND BLUEBERRY FARM RD.
100.5 ft
HIGH WATER EFFECTS BEGIN DOWNSTREAM ON GREEN RIVER.
100 ft
FULL POOL - 356 CFS
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 1928 | 104.8 ft | — |
| Mar 27, 2005 | 104.04 ft | — |
| Aug 16, 1994 | 102.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EFLN7
River
Green River (NC)
County
Henderson, NC
Coordinates
35.2336°N, 82.3994°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Green River (NC) at Lake Summit Dam?
The Green River (NC) at Lake Summit Dam gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Green River (NC) at Lake Summit Dam?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Green River (NC) at Lake Summit Dam is 102 feet. Action stage begins at 101 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 104 feet, and major flooding at 106 feet.
How do I get alerts when Green River (NC) rises?
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Where is the Green River (NC) at Lake Summit Dam gauge located?
The gauge is located in Henderson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2336°N, 82.3994°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.