Major Flood
20 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
BUILDINGS NEAR MARVIN ROAD AND NEAR THE CREEK WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
16 ft
MARVIN ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
2.1 ft
2.10 INCH IN 2 HOURS DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. THE CREEK ROSE FROM 3.5 FT TO 7.5 FT
1.49 ft
1.50 INCH IN ONE HOUR DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. SIX MILE CREEK ROSE AROUND 2.5 FT (TOOK ABOUT 8 HOURS FROM START OF RAIN)
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 15, 2018 | 11.14 ft | 3,320 cfs |
| Jun 2, 2013 | 9.7 ft | 610 cfs |
| Jan 22, 2017 | 9.63 ft | 1,530 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SIXN7
River
Sixmile Creek (NC)
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.0103°N, 80.8286°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512?
The Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512 gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0214685800) 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 Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512 is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sixmile Creek (NC) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512 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 Sixmile Creek (NC) near PINEVILLE #6512 gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.0103°N, 80.8286°W. USGS site number: 0214685800. 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