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Haw River at Jordan Lake
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Chatham County, North Carolina on the Haw River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02098197, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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Flood Stages

Major Flood

242 ft

Moderate Flood

241 ft

Minor Flood

240 ft

Action Stage

240 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

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About This Gauge

USGS Site

02098197

NWS LID

NHPN7

River

Haw River

County

Chatham, NC

Coordinates

35.6544°N, 79.0683°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Haw River at Jordan Lake?

The Haw River at Jordan Lake gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02098197) 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 Haw River at Jordan Lake?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Haw River at Jordan Lake is 240 feet. Action stage begins at 240 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 241 feet, and major flooding at 242 feet.

How do I get alerts when Haw River rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Haw River at Jordan Lake to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Haw River at Jordan Lake gauge located?

The gauge is located in Chatham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.6544°N, 79.0683°W. USGS site number: 02098197. 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