Major Flood
11 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: EGMN7). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
7 ft
Minor Flood
5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Major Flood Stage. Homes adjacent to Wilson's Creek upstream and downstream of streamgauge may be beginning to flood. Residential flooding is likely near the intersection of Laurel Ln. and Edgemont Rd. Residents will likely already be evacuated at this level in this area.
10 ft
Moderate Flooding continues. Old Johns River Rd is likely flooded. Campgrounds along the river may be experiencing significant flooding. Edgemont Baptist Church Rd. is likely flooding.
9 ft
Moderate Flooding continues. Wilson Creek Rd. is flooding at this level.
7 ft
Moderate Flood Stage. Campers along Wilson's Creek, including at Killians Campground off of Brown Mountain Beach Rd., are possibly becoming stranded and bridges throughout gorge may be flooding.
6.5 ft
Minor Flooding continues. The bridges at Brown Mountain Beach Rd. and Edgemont Rd. are beginning to be inundated by Wilson Creek floodwaters.
5.5 ft
Minor Flooding continues. Wilson's Creek is currently about 12-18 inches from the bottom of the bridges at Brown Mountain Beach Rd. and Edgemont Rd.
5 ft
Minor Flood Stage. Brown Mountain Beach Rd and Brown Mountain Beach vicinity are beginning to flood. Caldwell County is sounding the warning sirens for rapid flow. All recreational activities along Wilson's Creek must be ended now.
4 ft
Action Stage. Wilson's Creek will be reaching bankfull in isolated locations. During periods of heavy rain, flooding may be imminent as the creek rises rapidly. People in the vicinity ot Edgemont need to seek higher ground immediately.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2018 | 13 ft | — |
| May 5, 2013 | 11.42 ft | — |
| Jan 30, 2013 | 10.54 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
EGMN7
River
Wilson Creek (NC)
County
Caldwell, NC
Coordinates
36.0014°N, 81.7743°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Wilson Creek (NC) near Edgemont?
The Wilson Creek (NC) near Edgemont 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 Wilson Creek (NC) near Edgemont?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Wilson Creek (NC) near Edgemont is 5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 7 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Wilson Creek (NC) rises?
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Where is the Wilson Creek (NC) near Edgemont gauge located?
The gauge is located in Caldwell County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.0014°N, 81.7743°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.