Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE DAM
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Jackson County, North Carolina on the Tuckasegee River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: TUKN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
106 ft
Moderate Flood
104 ft
Minor Flood
102.5 ft
Action Stage
101 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
6000 ft
6000 CFS WILL CAUSE A HIGH WATER ALERT. LOW LYING AREAS NEAR THE RIVER WILL FLOOD.
5000 ft
5000 CFS DISCHARGE OR HIGHER --- PARTS OF RIVER ROAD WILL BE CLOSED DOWNSTREAM. Homes may be impacted near the confluence of the East and West Forks of the Tuckasegee River and evacuations may be required. The NWS will coordinate with Jackson County Emergency Management and a Flash Flood Warning may be issued for localized areas immediately downstream of the dam and above Cullowhee, especially during overnight hours.
102.5 ft
2.5 FT OF WATER WILL BE FLOWING OVER THE DAM. PARTS OF LOCAL ROADS DOWNSTREAM OF GAGE WILL BE CLOSED.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2015 | 101.64 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 29, 2015 | 101.64 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 101.02 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 24, 2015 | 101.02 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Dec 2, 2015 | 100.67 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
TUKN7
River
Tuckasegee River
County
Jackson, NC
Coordinates
35.2403°N, 83.1247°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE DAM?
The Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE 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 Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE DAM?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE DAM is 102.5 feet. Action stage begins at 101 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 104 feet, and major flooding at 106 feet.
How do I get alerts when Tuckasegee River rises?
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Where is the Tuckasegee River at TUCKASEGEE DAM gauge located?
The gauge is located in Jackson County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.2403°N, 83.1247°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.