Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Duplin County, North Carolina on the Little Rockfish Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: RFCN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Significant flooding of homes and businesses along the creek south of Boney Mill Pond. Travel across the creek may cut off in the town of Wallace.
14 ft
Water surrounds several homes south of Southerland Street. Inundation of residences is possible along Duke and Pete Streets, and several area roads may become impassable due to floodwaters.
11 ft
Water overflows the creek's banks and inundates adjacent low lying residential property. Floodwaters may also threaten portions of the Wallace Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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 31, 2023 | 11.12 ft | — |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 11.12 ft | — |
| Nov 12, 2020 | 10.52 ft | — |
| Nov 12, 2020 | 10.52 ft | — |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 9.76 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
RFCN7
River
Little Rockfish Creek
County
Duplin, NC
Coordinates
34.7405°N, 77.9814°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace?
The Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace 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 Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Rockfish Creek rises?
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Where is the Little Rockfish Creek at Wallace gauge located?
The gauge is located in Duplin County, North Carolina at coordinates 34.7405°N, 77.9814°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NC Department of Public Safety