Moderate Flood
12 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.
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. There is significant flooding of commercial buildings between Capital Blvd and Stony Brook Dr. Water reaches residents immediately downstream of Stony Brooks Dr and may also flood properties further downstream on Lake Woodard Dr.
9 ft
Minor Flood Stage. March Creeks begins to overflow it banks and flood parking lot areas upstream of Stony Brook Dr. Water approaches residential areas immediately downstream of Stony Brook Dr.
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 5, 1996 | 13.33 ft | 3,900 cfs |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 9.71 ft | — |
| Sep 1, 2024 | 9.7 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MSHN7
River
Marsh Creek (NC)
County
Wake, NC
Coordinates
35.8164°N, 78.5936°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope?
The Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0208732885) 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 Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Marsh Creek (NC) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope 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 Marsh Creek (NC) at New Hope gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wake County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.8164°N, 78.5936°W. USGS site number: 0208732885. 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