Moderate Flood
8 ft
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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.
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
There is significant flooding of the Durham Department of Public Works parking lot.
7 ft
Minor flood stage. The Third Fork Creek Trail will be flooded. Water will appproach the parking lot of the Durham Department of Public Works.
6 ft
Action Stage. Third Fork Creek reaches bankfull
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 17, 2018 | 8.76 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 8.56 ft | — |
| Jul 1, 2023 | 8.31 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TFMN7
River
Third Fork Creek
County
Durham, NC
Coordinates
35.9511°N, 78.9269°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Third Fork Creek at ML King Pkwy in Durham?
The Third Fork Creek at ML King Pkwy in Durham gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0209725960) 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 Third Fork Creek at ML King Pkwy in Durham?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Third Fork Creek at ML King Pkwy in Durham is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Third Fork Creek rises?
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Where is the Third Fork Creek at ML King Pkwy in Durham gauge located?
The gauge is located in Durham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.9511°N, 78.9269°W. USGS site number: 0209725960. 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