Major Flood
18 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Businesses near the gauge site may be flooded.
18 ft
Major Flood Stage.
16 ft
Moderate Flood Stage.
14 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Minor flooding of Freedom Drive may begin.
12 ft
Action/Advisory Stage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2011 | 18.61 ft | 3,864 cfs |
| Sep 26, 2016 | 14.07 ft | 2,747 cfs |
| Jun 6, 2003 | 13.14 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SMON7
River
Stewart Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2283°N, 80.8692°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights?
The Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146285) 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 Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stewart Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights 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 Stewart Creek at W Morehead St (US 29), in Wesley Heights gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2283°N, 80.8692°W. USGS site number: 02146285. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Downstream: Irwin Creek at Charlotte Water Treatment Plant, 1 S Reid Park
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey