Major Flood
15 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. The Mountain Creek bridge over Ball Road is flooded.
10 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Flooding reaches the trusses on the Mountain Creek bridge over Ball Road.
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 17, 2018 | 12.92 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 11.41 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MBHN7
River
Mountain Creek
County
Durham, NC
Coordinates
36.1497°N, 78.8967°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama?
The Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0208524090) 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 Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Mountain Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama 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 Mountain Creek at SR1617 Nr Bahama gauge located?
The gauge is located in Durham County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.1497°N, 78.8967°W. USGS site number: 0208524090. 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