West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River
North Carolina — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina on the West Branch Rocky River NC. Live water level data from USGS gauge 0212393300, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
21 ft
Moderate Flood
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Major Flood Stage. Significant, damaging flooding of homes along Indian Oaks Ln, Lynx Den Ct, Copeland Way, and Green Knoll Trce may be ongoing.
19 ft
Moderate flooding continues. Floodwaters may be impacting homes along Copeland Way, Lynx Den Ct, and Indian Oaks Ln.
18 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Flooding of the lowest elevations of homes along Copeland Way, Lynx Den Ct, and Indian Oaks Ln may be imminent.
16.5 ft
Minor flooding continues. Deeper flooding of residential yards may be ongoing for the lowest elevations between River Ford Dr and Shearer Rd.
16 ft
Minor flooding continues. Flooding of the lowest elevations of River Ford Dr is imminent.
15 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Floodwaters may be approaching property between River Ford Dr and Shearer Rd, especially on the left bank of the W Branch Rocky River. The Rocky River may be flooding both Poplar Tent Rd and Cox Mill Rd near their intersection.
14 ft
Action Stage flooding continues. The culvert passing the W Branch Rocky River underneath River Ford Dr is reaching capacity.
13.5 ft
Action Stage flooding continues. A crest near 13.5 feet may result in the Rocky River reaching the bottom of the bridge at Poplar Tent Rd approximately 7-9 hours later.
13 ft
Action Stage flooding continues. The West Branch Rocky River may begin to flood the lowest elevations of residential yards between Rocky Ford Dr and Shearer Rd, especially near Lynx Den Ct and Copeland Way.
12 ft
Action Stage. Flooding of the lowest elevations of Poplar Tent Rd and Cox Mill Rd may be imminent.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2013 | 16.96 ft | 3,130 cfs |
| Jun 28, 2013 | 16.96 ft | 3,130 cfs |
| Nov 12, 2020 | 15.64 ft | 3,080 cfs |
| Nov 12, 2020 | 15.64 ft | 3,080 cfs |
| Aug 26, 2008 | 15.37 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WBRN7
River
West Branch Rocky River NC
County
Mecklenburg, NC
Coordinates
35.4678°N, 80.7903°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River?
The West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0212393300) 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 West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River?
The NWS-defined flood stage for West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
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Where is the West Branch Rocky River NC below mouth of South Prong River gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina at coordinates 35.4678°N, 80.7903°W. USGS site number: 0212393300. 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