Major Flood
17.5 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
15.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
Major Flood Stage. Significant flooding of Warren Wilson College agricultural property and Warren Wilson Rd. near the Swannanoa River bridge is ongoing.
15.5 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Significant portions of the Warren Wilson College agricultural property are flooded, including the adjacent horse barns. Warren Wilson Rd. is flooded near the Swannanoa River bridge, but floodwaters remain several feet below the bottom of the bridge.
11 ft
Minor Flood Stage. The Swannanoa River enters the agricultural area of Warren Wilson College and approaches the adjacent horse barns.
9.5 ft
Action Stage. Swannanoa River exceeds its banks and begins to enter surrounding farmland.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2013 | 8.94 ft | — |
| Jan 16, 2013 | 6.9 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 5.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
WRNN7
River
Swannanoa River
County
Buncombe, NC
Coordinates
35.6075°N, 82.4439°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swannanoa River at Warren Wilson?
The Swannanoa River at Warren Wilson 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 Warren Wilson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swannanoa River at Warren Wilson is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15.5 feet, and major flooding at 17.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swannanoa River rises?
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Where is the Swannanoa River at Warren Wilson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Buncombe County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.6075°N, 82.4439°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.