Swannanoa River at Warren Wilson
Buncombe County, North Carolina
The past week
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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.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2013 | 8.94 ft | — |
| Jan 16, 2013 | 6.9 ft | — |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 5.4 ft | — |
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