Major Flood
14 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Vacant lots adjacent to Irwin Creek near Atando Ave may be flooding.
15 ft
Water may approach Oaklawn Ave.
10 ft
Water may approach Andrill Ter and Andrill Trl south of Oaklawn Ave.
9 ft
Minor Flood Stage.
6 ft
Action/Advisory Stage. Double Oaks and Anita Stroud parks may begin to flood.
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 5, 2011 | 13.5 ft | 4,504 cfs |
| Aug 5, 2010 | 11 ft | 3,930 cfs |
| Jul 10, 2013 | 10.9 ft | 3,840 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
IRSN7
River
Irwin Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2619°N, 80.8369°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights?
The Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146211) 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 Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Irwin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights 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 Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2619°N, 80.8369°W. USGS site number: 02146211. 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