Major Flood
19 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
HOMES NEAR GUM BRANCH ON SECONDARY ROAD 1775...GUM BRANCH ROAD...WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
10 ft
COULWOOD DRIVE WILL BE FLOODED AT THIS STAGE.
9 ft
BANKFULL
3.5 ft
3.5 INCH RAINFALL IN 3 HRS RESULTED IN A RISE FROM 1.5 FT TO THE AS OF 9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2008 | 10.79 ft | 2,400 cfs |
| Aug 21, 2006 | 9.94 ft | 1,320 cfs |
| Aug 7, 2005 | 9.5 ft | 1,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GBRN7
River
Gum Branch
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2994°N, 80.9464°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Gum Branch at Gum Branch road?
The Gum Branch at Gum Branch road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02142914) 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 Gum Branch at Gum Branch road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Gum Branch at Gum Branch road is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Gum Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Gum Branch at Gum Branch road 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 Gum Branch at Gum Branch road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2994°N, 80.9464°W. USGS site number: 02142914. 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