Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Wake County, North Carolina on the Walnut Creek (NC). Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SEDN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
9 ft
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Major flooding begins. Significant flooding of residential areas along Walnut Creek at Maynard Rd will be possible.
7 ft
Moderate flooding begins. Water will approach Tate St east of Maynard Rd, as well as some residential propoerties west of Maynard Rd.
6 ft
Minopr flooding begins. Low areas next to Walnut Creek will flood.
5 ft
Action Stage
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2021 | 5.06 ft | — |
| Oct 9, 2021 | 5.06 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SEDN7
River
Walnut Creek (NC)
County
Wake, NC
Coordinates
35.7873°N, 78.7639°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary?
The Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary 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 Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 9 feet.
How do I get alerts when Walnut Creek (NC) rises?
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Where is the Walnut Creek (NC) below Maynard St in Cary gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wake County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.7873°N, 78.7639°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Town of Cary Flood Monitoring