Major Flood
21 ft
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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
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
PARTS OF WEST HIGHWAY 19 AND HEWITTS ROAD WILL BE FLOODED. FEREBEE MEMORIAL PICNIC AREA WILL BE FLOODED.
15 ft
LOW LYING AREAS ALONG WEST HIGHWAY 19 NEAR HEWITTS RD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. FURTHER FLOODING OF FEREBEE MEMORIAL PINIC AREA WILL OCCURR.
9 ft
FEREBEE MEMORIAL PICNIC AREA WILL LIKLY BE FLOODED.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2018 | 6.92 ft | 6,350 cfs |
| Jul 5, 2013 | 5.58 ft | 3,940 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2015 | 5.22 ft | 3,280 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Nantahala River near Hewitt?
The Nantahala River near Hewitt gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03505550) 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 Nantahala River near Hewitt?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Nantahala River near Hewitt is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Nantahala River rises?
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Where is the Nantahala River near Hewitt gauge located?
The gauge is located in Swain County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.3050°N, 83.6522°W. USGS site number: 03505550. 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