Major Flood
14 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
ROADS IN THE VICINITY OF THE GAGE AND DOWNSTREAM ARE CLOSED.
12 ft
PROPERIES AND BUILDINGS IN THE FLOOD PLAIN ARE FLOODED AND MAY BE INACCESSIBLE. NEARBY FIELDS ARE FLOODED. THE CITY OF MURPHY BEGINS TO BE THREATENED.
6 ft
ALTHOUGH WELL BELOW OFFICIAL FLOOD STAGE, CAMPGROUNDS AND BUILDINGS DOWNSTREAM WILL HAVE PROBLEMS.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 1998 | 21.2 ft | 20,000 cfs |
| Nov 18, 1906 | 20.5 ft | 18,000 cfs |
| Mar 26, 1994 | 17.1 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Valley River at Tomotla?
The Valley River at Tomotla gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03550000) 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 Valley River at Tomotla?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Valley River at Tomotla is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Valley River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Valley River at Tomotla 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 Valley River at Tomotla gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.1389°N, 83.9806°W. USGS site number: 03550000. 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