Major Flood
28 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13.5 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
BRIDGE ON POSSUM TROT ROAD WILL BE OVERTOPPED
11 ft
10 FT WOULD CAUSE FLOODING OF FARMLAND ALONG RIVER. MAY ALSO AFFECT ONE-LANE BRIDGE ALONG EWALDZ RD UPSTREAM OF GAGE...BUT PROBABLY AT 12 OR 13 FEET.
2 ft
2.0 IN 1.5 HOURS ON WET GRD TOOK THE CREEK UP 8 FT
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 30, 2015 | 13.62 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 13.27 ft | 3,230 cfs |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 12.57 ft | 2,940 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kings Creek near Blacksburg?
The Kings Creek near Blacksburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02153590) 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 Kings Creek near Blacksburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kings Creek near Blacksburg is 13.5 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kings Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kings Creek near Blacksburg 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 Kings Creek near Blacksburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Cherokee County, South Carolina at coordinates 35.1183°N, 81.4367°W. USGS site number: 02153590. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey