McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina on the McAlpine Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02146614, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
24 ft
Moderate Flood
22 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
FLOOD STAGE... HOMES WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
16.5 ft
HOMES ON WEIRTON PLACE NEAR THE GAGE SITE ON COLONY ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
14 ft
THIS IS BANKFULL STAGE.
3 ft
2.5 TO 3.5 INCHES IN 3 HRS ACRS THE HEADWATERS RESULTED IN A RISE FROM 2 FT TO THE BANKFULL LEVEL OF 14 FT (FS 17 FT).
1.4 ft
BASIN AVG 1.4 IN 6 HOURS TOOK CREEK UP 7 FT.. (1.5 TO 8.5)
1 ft
0.75 TO 1 IN 2 HR TOOK CREEK UP ARD 5 FT WHEN GRD IS WET.
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 15, 2018 | 19.98 ft | — |
| Sep 15, 2018 | 19.98 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 18.49 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 18.49 ft | — |
| Jan 24, 2010 | 17.18 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCCN7
River
McAlpine Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.1183°N, 80.8067°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd?
The McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146614) 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 McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd?
The NWS-defined flood stage for McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when McAlpine Creek rises?
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Where is the McAlpine Creek at Colony Rd gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1183°N, 80.8067°W. USGS site number: 02146614. 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