Major Flood
22 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
SOME HOMES AND BUILDINGS WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD NEAR THE GAGE SITE.
15 ft
SOME HOMES AND BUSINESSES NEAR CULLOWHEE WILL BE AFFECTED.
14 ft
LOW LYING AREAS ALONG PARTS OF HIGHWAY 107 ALONG THE RIVER WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD.
13 ft
CALL DUKE POWER TO SEE HOW MANY GATES ARE OPEN AND DISCHARGE. PASS THIS ON TO LMRFC. 5000 CFS OR MORE WILL CAUSE MINOR FLOODING DOWNSTREAM AND AT BRYSON CITY.
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 7, 2004 | 17.37 ft | 11,500 cfs |
| Jun 11, 2005 | 15.76 ft | 9,740 cfs |
| Sep 17, 2004 | 14.77 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
TKRN7
River
Tuckasegee River
County
Jackson, NC
Coordinates
35.2878°N, 83.1439°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tuckasegee River at sr1172 nr Cullowhee?
The Tuckasegee River at sr1172 nr Cullowhee gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03508050) 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 Tuckasegee River at sr1172 nr Cullowhee?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tuckasegee River at sr1172 nr Cullowhee is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tuckasegee River rises?
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Where is the Tuckasegee River at sr1172 nr Cullowhee gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2878°N, 83.1439°W. USGS site number: 03508050. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey