Major Flood
120 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EFKN7). 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
110 ft
Minor Flood
105 ft
Action Stage
100 ft
What Floods at Each Level
105 ft
WATER GOING OVER THE SPILLWAY...FLOODING DOWNSTREAM.
100 ft
FULL POOL WATER AT TOP OF SPILLWAY
99.6 ft
LEVEL AT WHICH THEY WILL OPEN GATES AND SPILLWAYS. CALL DUKE POWER TO CHECK TO SEE WHAT THEY ARE RELEASING. 704-382-6836
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
EFKN7
River
Tanasee Creek
County
Jackson, NC
Coordinates
35.2133°N, 83.0061°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM ?
The Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM 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 Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM ?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM is 105 feet. Action stage begins at 100 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 110 feet, and major flooding at 120 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tanasee Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Tanasee Creek at EAST FORK DAM gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2133°N, 83.0061°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.