Major Flood
16 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
SEVERAL ROADS ALONG RIVER START TO FLOOD.
8 ft
NEEDMORE ROAD FLOODS NEAR MACON/SWAIN COUNTY LINE. MOSTLY IN SWAIN COUNTY. THIS IS GRAVEL ROAD AND CLOSE TO THE RIVER.
7.5 ft
WATER APPROACHES HIGHWAY 28 BRIDGE ROADWAY...4 MILES NORTH OF FRANKLIN NEAR IOTLA.
6.5 ft
LOW PARTS OF NEEDMORE ROAD WILL BEGIN TO GET WATER ON IT. THIS IS A GRAVEL ROAD.
2.5 ft
2.5 INCHES IN ONE HOUR WILL CAUSE FLOODING AND MUDSLIDES ALONG NEEDMORE ROAD WEST OF HIGHWAY 28.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 1964 | 13.06 ft | 22,100 cfs |
| Sep 30, 1918 | 13 ft | — |
| Sep 17, 2004 | 12.33 ft | 20,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NEEN7
River
Little Tennessee River
County
Swain, NC
Coordinates
35.3364°N, 83.5269°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little Tennessee River near NEEDMORE?
The Little Tennessee River near NEEDMORE gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03503000) 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 Tennessee River near NEEDMORE?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little Tennessee River near NEEDMORE is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little Tennessee River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Little Tennessee River near NEEDMORE 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 Little Tennessee River near NEEDMORE gauge located?
The gauge is located in Swain County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.3364°N, 83.5269°W. USGS site number: 03503000. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice during winter months.