Snowbird Creek near Milltown
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Graham County, North Carolina on the Snowbird Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SBRN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
28 ft
Moderate Flood
26 ft
Minor Flood
22.3 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
22.3 ft
WATER STARTS TO FLOOD PARTS OF COUNTY ROAD 1120 AND SNOWBIRD WOODS ROAD.
17.5 ft
SNOWBIRD ROAD BRIDGE AND PARTS OF RIVER VIEW DRIVE WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED.
15 ft
RIVER VIEW DRIVE BRIDGE AND A PRIVATE BRIDGE UPSTREAM WILL LIKELY BE FLOODED.
13 ft
RIVERVIEW DRIVE BRIDGE WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD AND WATER WILL APPROACH THE BOTTOM OF THE BRIDGE ON SNOWBIRD ROAD.
12 ft
PRIVATE BRIDGES ACROSS SNOWBIRD CREEK WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD UPSTREAM OF SNOWBIRD ROAD.
2.5 ft
2.5 INCH IN 2 HOURS NO FLOODING RIVER ROSE 2 FT.
1.3 ft
1.3 IN 3 HOURS DID NOT CAUSE FLOODING. CREEK ROSE AROUND 1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 29, 2010 | 5.8 ft | — |
| Nov 29, 2010 | 5.8 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SBRN7
River
Snowbird Creek
County
Graham, NC
Coordinates
35.2969°N, 83.8856°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Snowbird Creek near Milltown?
The Snowbird Creek near Milltown 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 Snowbird Creek near Milltown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Snowbird Creek near Milltown is 22.3 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 26 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Snowbird Creek rises?
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Where is the Snowbird Creek near Milltown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Graham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2969°N, 83.8856°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.