RIVER GAUGE · SANDY CREEK
Sandy Creek at Cornwallis Rd
Durham County, North Carolina
Water level1.96 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action13 ft
Minor flood15 ft
Moderate flood18 ft
Major flood20 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 15 ft
Flood Stage. Water begins to flow acoss Cornwallis Rd.
- 13 ft
Water reaches the base of the bridge over Cornwallis Rd.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 9, 1989 | 14.91 ft | 16,800 cfs |
| Apr 24, 1992 | 14.39 ft | 15,800 cfs |
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