Major Flood
23 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Major Flood Stage. Catastrophic inundation exceeding 3' is beginning to impact an approximately 600 ft stretch of Billy Graham Pkwy, located just north of West Blvd. Inundation exceeding 1 ft deep is beginning along an approximately 150 ft stretch of West Blvd, located just east of Billy Graham Pkwy. Significant impacts to travel are ongoing. Flooding of the lowest elevations of the Taggart Creek Greenway is beginning.
21 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Nearly all of an approximately 600 ft stretch of Billy Graham Pkwy, located just north of West Blvd, is inundated by shallow floodwaters. Portions of this stretch are beginning to experience inundation exceeding 1 ft deep. Shallow inundation of an approximately 150 ft stretch of West Blvd is beginning. Significant impacts to travel are developing.
19 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Shallow floodwaters are beginning to inundate an approximately 600 ft long section of Billy Graham Pkwy just north of West Blvd. Floodwaters are approaching an approximately 150 ft section of West Blvd just west of the intersection with Billy Graham Pkwy.
17 ft
Action Stage. High flows are beginning to escape the stream channel and flood adjacent undeveloped areas between Taggart Creek and Billy Graham Pkwy.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 6, 2003 | 10.45 ft | 2,660 cfs |
| Mar 1, 2007 | 9.04 ft | 1,940 cfs |
| Jul 16, 2004 | 8.97 ft | 1,900 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WSTN7
River
Taggart Creek
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.2067°N, 80.9219°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Taggart Creek at West Blvd (NC 160), 1 WSW Reid Park?
The Taggart Creek at West Blvd (NC 160), 1 WSW Reid Park gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02146315) 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 Taggart Creek at West Blvd (NC 160), 1 WSW Reid Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Taggart Creek at West Blvd (NC 160), 1 WSW Reid Park is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Taggart Creek rises?
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Where is the Taggart Creek at West Blvd (NC 160), 1 WSW Reid Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2067°N, 80.9219°W. USGS site number: 02146315. 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