Major Flood
17 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
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Major flooding begins. Several homes along the right bank of the river are flooded.
15 ft
Moderate flooding begins. The river widens up to 800 feet across, but flooding remains confined to extensive stretches of woods and pastureland along the river.
11 ft
Minor flooding begins. The river widens up to 400 feet across. It floods pastureland on the right bank and woodlands on the left.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 6, 2025 | 23.2 ft | 98,000 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 21.76 ft | 76,700 cfs |
| Nov 13, 2018 | 17.71 ft | 52,452 cfs |
Flood Inundation Map
NOAA has mapped what areas flood at different water levels for this gauge. View the interactive flood inundation map →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Haw River near Bynum?
The Haw River near Bynum gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02096960) 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 near Bynum?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Haw River near Bynum is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Haw River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Haw River near Bynum 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 Haw River near Bynum gauge located?
The gauge is located in Chatham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7653°N, 79.1358°W. USGS site number: 02096960. 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