North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Avery County, North Carolina on the North Toe River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NTFN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
10 ft
Moderate Flood
8.5 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
MAJOR FLOODING
8.5 ft
FLOODING OF LOW LYING AREAS NEAR THE RIVER OCCURR AND SOME BRIDGES WILL BE UNDER WATER.
7 ft
RIVER WILL OVERFLOW BANKS AND FLOOD BUSINESS NEAR BLUE BELL LANE NEAR GAGE SITE...JUST DS OF ROARING CREEK COMMUNITY...ELEVATION 2916 FT.
6 ft
BANKFULL- SOME PRIVATE BRIDGES TO FARMS MAY BE FLOODED.
4.76 ft
4.7 INCH IN 24 HOURS TOOK RIVER FROM ONE FOOT TO 5 FT.
2 ft
RAIN OF 2.5 INCH IN 2 HOUR WILL CAUSE A 2-3 FT RISE
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 6, 2013 | 8.16 ft | — |
| May 6, 2013 | 8.16 ft | — |
| Oct 14, 2014 | 7.6 ft | — |
| Oct 14, 2014 | 7.6 ft | — |
| Nov 30, 2010 | 5.66 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NTFN7
River
North Toe River
County
Avery, NC
Coordinates
36.0575°N, 82.0222°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank?
The North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank gauge is maintained by USGS 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 North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8.5 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
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Where is the North Toe River near Plumtree and Frank gauge located?
The gauge is located in Avery County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.0575°N, 82.0222°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: NC Emergency Management