Major Flood
15 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BMPN7). 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
12 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Major Flood Stage. The Swannanoa River is approaching I-40 and has inundated The Oaks Trail steel foot bridge. Significant flooding of the nearby Ingles shopping center parking lot is likely.
12 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. The Swannanoa River is approaching The Oaks Trail steel foot bridge and the nearby Ingles shopping center parking lot. Significant flooding of Veterans Park, River Trail Loop, Veterans Park Dr., and The Oaks Trail is ongoing.
10 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Veterans Park flooding continues. Sections of River Trail Loop and The Oaks Trail are flooding. Veterans Park Dr. may be starting to flood.
9 ft
Action Stage. The Swannanoa River is exceeding its banks and flooding adjacent low-lying areas including parts of Veterans Park.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 5, 2013 | 9.06 ft | — |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 7.16 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 5.64 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BMPN7
River
Swannanoa River
County
Buncombe, NC
Coordinates
35.6075°N, 82.3344°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park?
The Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park 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 Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swannanoa River rises?
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Where is the Swannanoa River at Black Mountain Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Buncombe County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.6075°N, 82.3344°W. 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 NC Emergency Management. The NWS does not own, operate, or maintain this site.