Major Flood
19 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.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
AT THIS LEVEL WATER WILL APPROACH SOME HOMES.
15 ft
FLOOD STAGE - WATER WILL COVER REEDY CREEK ROAD.
13 ft
ACTION STAGE - WATER WILL APPROACH REEDY CREEK ROAD AND BASE OF BRIDGE.
4 ft
4 TO 4.5 INCH BASINWIDE 3 HR RAINFALL RESULTED IN A RISE FROM 1.5 FT TO 11.5 FT (AS 13 FT).
2.6 ft
2.6 INCH IN 1 HOUR IN HEADWATERS WILL TAKE CREEK TO 8.5 TO 9 FT.
1.67 ft
1.67 INCH IN 12 HOUR WILL CAUSE RIVER TO RISE FROM 2.31 TO 7.58 OR A 5.27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2008 | 15.08 ft | 4,500 cfs |
| Jan 24, 2010 | 14.05 ft | 1,470 cfs |
| Dec 21, 2015 | 11.63 ft | 1,640 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
RDCN7
River
Reedy Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2586°N, 80.6628°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge?
The Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0212430293) 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 Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Reedy Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge 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 Reedy Creek below I-485 nr Pine Ridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2586°N, 80.6628°W. USGS site number: 0212430293. 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