N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rowan County, North Carolina on the N Second Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02120780, 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
20 ft
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Major Flood Stage. Extremely rare and catastrophic flooding of N Second Creek is developing with disastrous impacts to property. Campgrounds may be experiencing devastating flooding greater than 4 ft deep, causing severe damage. Basements and crawl spaces may be completely submerged. First-floor building elevations may be experiencing ruinous flooding greater than 1 ft deep. Travel may be severely restricted with roadway inundation exceeding 3-4 ft, stranding several homes and businesses.
19 ft
Moderate flooding continues. Water may surround the Mid South Industrial Park waste treatment ponds south of US 70 and approach nearby infrastructure. Godbey Rd, Sherrills Ford Rd, Woodleaf Rd, and Gupton Dr may be experiencing significant inundation.
17 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Unusual, damaging flooding is developing adjacent to N Second Creek with considerable impacts to property. Significant flooding reaching 4-6 ft deep is ongoing for low-lying areas and low-water crossings. Campgrounds may be experiencing dangerous inundation up to 2-4 ft deep, capable of moving RVs and other vehicles. Flooding less than 1 ft deep may begin for first-floor building elevations. Some homes and businesses may be stranded. Significant impacts to travel are likely.
14 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Common, deeper flooding of low-lying areas adjacent to N Second Creek is developing with lesser impacts to vulnerable property. Nearby farmland and other low-lying areas are experiencing inundation approximately 2-4 ft deep. In fast-response situations, upstream tributaries have likely already crested and will have flooded several low-water crossings. Impacted crossings upstream may include at White Rd, Lyerly Rd, Upright Rd, Graham Rd, Hall Rd, Childers Rd, and Bear Poplar Rd.
12 ft
Action/Advisory Stage. N Second Creek is out of its banks up and downstream of the gauge site on US 70, flooding adjacent farmland and other low-lying areas with up to 2 feet of inundation. In fast-response situations, upstream tributaries will likely already be flooding several low-water crossings. Impacted crossings upstream may include at White Rd, Lyerly Rd, Upright Rd, Graham Rd, Hall Rd, Childers Rd, and Bear Poplar Rd.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 6, 2020 | 18.58 ft | 7,670 cfs |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 18.58 ft | 7,670 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 18.13 ft | 7,110 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2018 | 18.13 ft | 7,110 cfs |
| Aug 27, 1995 | 17.28 ft | 8,560 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf?
The N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02120780) 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 N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf?
The NWS-defined flood stage for N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
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Where is the N Second Creek above Statesville Blvd (US 70) 4 S Woodleaf gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rowan County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7178°N, 80.5958°W. USGS site number: 02120780. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey