Major Flood
20 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Record flooding continues. Backwater effects from the Pigeon River may cause significant flooding of several feeder streams including Rabbitskin Branch, Laurel Branch, and Panther Creek. Structures upstream near the Jonathans Creek confluence and along Panther Creek Rd and Riverside Dr in the Riverside community will experience ruinous flooding.
24.5 ft
Record flooding continues. Interstate 40 may begin to flood in low-lying areas.
17.3 ft
Moderate flooding continues. Floodwaters will reach levels similar to Hurricane Frances in September 2004.
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 1, 1902 | 18 ft | 42,257 cfs |
| Jun 1, 1876 | 18 ft | 42,257 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2004 | 17.31 ft | 38,842 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pigeon River below Jonathans Ck, 4 NW Crabtree?
The Pigeon River below Jonathans Ck, 4 NW Crabtree gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03459500) 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 Pigeon River below Jonathans Ck, 4 NW Crabtree?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pigeon River below Jonathans Ck, 4 NW Crabtree is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pigeon River rises?
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Where is the Pigeon River below Jonathans Ck, 4 NW Crabtree gauge located?
The gauge is located in Haywood County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.6353°N, 82.9903°W. USGS site number: 03459500. 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