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
16.5 ft
Minor Flood
15.5 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
HOMES ALONG THE RIVER WILL BE EFFECTED.
16 ft
PARTS OF IVY RIVER ROAD ALONG THE RIVER WILL FLOOD.
14.5 ft
LOW AREAS ALONG IVY RIVER ROAD NEAR THE RIVER WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
12 ft
LOW LYING AREAS AND PARTS OF IVY ROAD NEAR THE RIVER WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
1 ft
1.0 GENERAL WIDESPREAD RAIN IN 12 HOUR TOOK RIVER UP FROM 3.2 FT TO 5.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 1995 | 17.21 ft | 14,400 cfs |
| May 31, 1876 | 16 ft | 14,000 cfs |
| Jan 26, 1996 | 15.25 ft | 5,970 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ivy River near Marshall?
The Ivy River near Marshall gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03453000) 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 Ivy River near Marshall?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ivy River near Marshall is 15.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16.5 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ivy River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Ivy River near Marshall 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 Ivy River near Marshall gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7697°N, 82.6208°W. USGS site number: 03453000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey