Stony Creek at Nashville
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Nash County, North Carolina on the Stony Creek. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: STYN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
14.5 ft
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Washington St is impassable and water reaches the exit ramps to US Highway 64 north of Stony Creek. Numerous homes and businesses are flooded along Washington St and First St in Nashville.
13 ft
Washington St begins to flood on the northwest side of Nashville. Water reaches businesses along Washington St and begins to inundate homes along First St, north of US 64.
10 ft
First St immediately southwest of the bridge over Stony Creek becomes impassable. Water will approach at least three homes along First St on the north side of Stony Creek, as well as businesses along Washington St in Nashville.
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 9, 2024 | 10.66 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 10.66 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 10.02 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 10.02 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 10.01 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
STYN7
River
Stony Creek
County
Nash, NC
Coordinates
35.9782°N, 77.9725°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Stony Creek at Nashville?
The Stony Creek at Nashville 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 Stony Creek at Nashville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Stony Creek at Nashville is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Stony Creek rises?
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Where is the Stony Creek at Nashville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nash County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.9782°N, 77.9725°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.