Major Flood
24 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
WASTE TREATMENT PLANT BEGINS TO FLOOD. SOME HOMES IN THE BALLANTYNE AREA MAY BE EFFECTED DUE TO BACKWATER.
1.5 ft
BASIN AVERAGE OF 1.5 INCH IN 2 HOURS WILL CAUSE CREEK TO RISE TO 5.0 FT. CREST AT FMCN7 OF 9.73 FT WILL CAUSE A 3 FT RISE AT MCPN7.
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 26, 1995 | 19.4 ft | 12,500 cfs |
| Sep 15, 2018 | 18.65 ft | 12,000 cfs |
| Jul 23, 1997 | 16.62 ft | 9,310 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MCPN7
River
McAlpine Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.0664°N, 80.8697°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of McAlpine Creek at Waste Water Treatment Plant?
The McAlpine Creek at Waste Water Treatment Plant gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146750) 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 Waste Water Treatment Plant?
The NWS-defined flood stage for McAlpine Creek at Waste Water Treatment Plant is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 17 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 Waste Water Treatment Plant gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.0664°N, 80.8697°W. USGS site number: 02146750. 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