Swift Creek above Streets Ferry
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Craven County, North Carolina on the Swift Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 0209205053, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
8 ft
Moderate Flood
6 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4.5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Disastrous flooding similar to Hurricane Floyd. Widespread and severe residential flooding as water inundates most of the land south of Vanceboro. Water inundates West Craven High School.
10 ft
Widespread flooding south of Vanceboro. Most of Streets Ferry Road is underwater and many homes along it are inundated. Water backs up small streams and inundate homes on Piney Neck Road and State Camp Road. Water surrounds West Craven High School.
8 ft
Most roads in the area are impassable, with several homes inundated along the creek and its tributaries. Water backs up into smaller tributaries and floods some homes on Piney Neck Road and Cow Pen Landing Road.
6 ft
Large portions of Streets Ferry Road are impassable due to high water. Water covers Piney Neck Road and State Camp Road and surrounds homes there.
5 ft
Water surrounds property and residences in the lowlands along the creek. Portions of Streets Ferry Road may be inundated.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 1999 | 12.28 ft | 10,900 cfs |
| Sep 20, 1999 | 12.28 ft | 10,900 cfs |
| Oct 2, 2010 | 8.96 ft | — |
| Oct 2, 2010 | 8.96 ft | — |
| Oct 16, 2016 | 8.67 ft | -9,999 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Swift Creek above Streets Ferry?
The Swift Creek above Streets Ferry gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0209205053) 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 Swift Creek above Streets Ferry?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Swift Creek above Streets Ferry is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6 feet, and major flooding at 8 feet.
How do I get alerts when Swift Creek rises?
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Where is the Swift Creek above Streets Ferry gauge located?
The gauge is located in Craven County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2308°N, 77.1139°W. USGS site number: 0209205053. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey