Major Flood
22 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
16.5 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16.5 ft
HOMES IN MACKENIZE COURT AND DRIFTER DRIVE AREAS WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
14 ft
DRIFTER DRIVE WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED.
1.4 ft
1.4 IN 6 HR BASIN WIDE TOOK THE RIVER UP 4 FT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2003 | 13.32 ft | 5,600 cfs |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 10.57 ft | 3,200 cfs |
| Jan 24, 2010 | 9.58 ft | 2,470 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCIN7
River
McAlpine Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.1758°N, 80.7192°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of McAlpine Creek at Idlewild?
The McAlpine Creek at Idlewild gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214655255) 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 Idlewild?
The NWS-defined flood stage for McAlpine Creek at Idlewild is 16.5 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when McAlpine Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add McAlpine Creek at Idlewild 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 McAlpine Creek at Idlewild gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1758°N, 80.7192°W. USGS site number: 0214655255. 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