Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SCKN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
SCOTTS CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH WILL BE FLOODED.
9 ft
SCOTTS CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH PARKING LOT WILL BE FLOODED AND A TRAILER PARK EAST OF STEEPLE ROAD NEAR THE CREEK WILL BE FLOODED.
8 ft
BANKFULL STAGE. SCOTTS CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH PARKING LOT WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
2 ft
1 TO 2 INCHES OF RAIN IN ONE TO 2 HOURS IN AREAS WEST OF THIS GAGE WILL LIKELLY CAUSE FLOODING ALONG ALLEN BRANCH AND COPE CREEKS. IF THESE CREEKS OVERFLOW THEY FLOOD TRAILER PARKS.
1 ft
1 INCH IN 3 HOURS WILL CAUSE CREEK TO RISE 1.5 FT
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2013 | 9.54 ft | — |
| Jan 15, 2013 | 9.52 ft | — |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 8.68 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SCKN7
River
Scotts Creek
County
Jackson, NC
Coordinates
35.3936°N, 83.1883°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Scotts Creek near Beta?
The Scotts Creek near Beta 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 Scotts Creek near Beta?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Scotts Creek near Beta is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Scotts Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Scotts Creek near Beta 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 Scotts Creek near Beta gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.3936°N, 83.1883°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.