Major Flood
18 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Flooding begins on the lower athletic fields at Woodcroft Club.
13 ft
Flood Stage. Water begins to flow across Woodcroft Pkwy.
11 ft
Water reaches the base of the bridge on Woodcroft 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2018 | 10.02 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TFRN7
River
Third Fork Creek
County
Durham, NC
Coordinates
35.9225°N, 78.9522°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Third Fork Creek at Woodcroft Park?
The Third Fork Creek at Woodcroft Park gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02097280) 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 Woodcroft Park?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Third Fork Creek at Woodcroft Park is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Third Fork Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Third Fork Creek at Woodcroft Park 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 Third Fork Creek at Woodcroft Park gauge located?
The gauge is located in Durham County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.9225°N, 78.9522°W. USGS site number: 02097280. 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