Moderate Flood
17 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.
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Stagecoach Road will be flooded to a depth of 2 feet and will be impassable.
16 ft
Flooding begins on Stagecoach 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2016 | 18.21 ft | — |
| Nov 19, 2018 | 17.51 ft | — |
| Sep 24, 2018 | 17.48 ft | — |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of New Hope Creek near Blands?
The New Hope Creek near Blands gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02097314) 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 New Hope Creek near Blands?
The NWS-defined flood stage for New Hope Creek near Blands is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when New Hope Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add New Hope Creek near Blands 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 New Hope Creek near Blands gauge located?
The gauge is located in Durham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.8847°N, 78.9661°W. USGS site number: 02097314. 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