Major Flood
34 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
30 ft
Minor Flood
20 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44 ft
Water reaches Plank Rd, where flooding is likely on the Anson County side of the Plank Rd Bridge.
34 ft
Major flooding begins. There is widespread flooding of pasture and farmland.
30 ft
Moderate flooding begins. There is widespread flooding of pasture and lowlands adjacent to the river.
27 ft
The parking lot at the Anson County boat access on the will begin to flood.
20 ft
Minor flood stage. There is significant overflow into adjacent pasture and lowlands.
16 ft
Action Stage. The river begins to overflow its banks in some areas upstream of the gage site.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 1945 | 46.37 ft | 105,000 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2018 | 46.08 ft | — |
| Jul 31, 1908 | 35 ft | 67,600 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rocky River NC near Norwood?
The Rocky River NC near Norwood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02126000) 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 Rocky River NC near Norwood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rocky River NC near Norwood is 20 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rocky River NC rises?
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Where is the Rocky River NC near Norwood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Stanly County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1569°N, 80.1656°W. USGS site number: 02126000. 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