Major Flood
12 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: MGYN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
10 ft
Minor Flood
7.5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
MAJOR FLOODING OF BUSINESSES IN MAGGIE VALLEY.
10 ft
MODERATE FLOODING OF MAGGIE VALLEY AREA ALONG HIGHWAY 19 WILL OCCUR.
7.5 ft
MOTELS NEAR THE CREEK BETWEEN SECONDARY RD 1305 (RICH COVE RD)...GHOST TOWN RD AND MEMORY STREET WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
6 ft
BANKFULL STAGE...FLOODING WILL BEGIN UPSTREAM NEAR SECONDARY RD 1302 (FRANK MEHAFFEY RD)
4 ft
3-4 INCHES OF RAIN OVER 6 HOURS IN THE HEADWATERS TOOK RIVER UP 3 FT. LANDSLIDES HAVE ALSO OCCURRED WITH THIS AMOUNT AND WET GROUND.
2 ft
2.0 IN 90 MINUTES CAUSED LANDSLIDES AND HEAVIER AMOUNTS JUST NW OF HERE CAUSED INDIAN CK TO FLOOD...WITH WASHOUT ALONG INDIAN CREEK RD CUTTING OFF SEVERAL PEOPLE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2009 | 4.02 ft | — |
| Jan 14, 2013 | 3.32 ft | — |
| Mar 8, 2011 | 2.72 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
MGYN7
River
Jonathan Creek
County
Haywood, NC
Coordinates
35.5203°N, 83.1064°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley?
The Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley is 7.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jonathan Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley 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 Jonathan Creek above Maggie Valley gauge located?
The gauge is located in Haywood County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.5203°N, 83.1064°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.