Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
AT THIS STAGE A BARN AND BALL FIELD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
6.5 ft
6.5 FT HERE WILL PROBABLY CAUSE IRVIN CREEK TRIB #1 TO FLOOD SAM NEWELL ROAD AND TANK TOWN ROAD IN THE MATTHEWS AREA.
5.5 ft
sam newell rd will likely flood due to irvin creek trib#1.
1.5 ft
1.5 INCH IN 2 HOURS IN EXTREME HEADWATERS OF BASIN WILL CAUSE RIVER TO RISE TO AROUND 7.5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2003 | 10.27 ft | 2,670 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2004 | 10.1 ft | 2,530 cfs |
| Sep 16, 2018 | 9.61 ft | 2,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ISNN7
River
Irvins Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.1586°N, 80.7133°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Irvins Creek at Sam Newell Road?
The Irvins Creek at Sam Newell Road gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214657975) 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 Irvins Creek at Sam Newell Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Irvins Creek at Sam Newell Road is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Irvins Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Irvins Creek at Sam Newell 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 Irvins Creek at Sam Newell Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1586°N, 80.7133°W. USGS site number: 0214657975. 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