Allison Creek near York
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 12.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 14.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 19.0 ft; major flooding begins at 22.0 ft.
| Action stage | 12.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 14.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 19.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 22.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.7 ft on Aug 27, 2008 (historic crest)
- 12.0 ft on Dec 25, 2009 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Jun 6, 2009 (historic crest)
- 11.6 ft on Dec 23, 2013 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.4 ft | GENERAL RAIN OF 1.4 INCH IN 3 TO 4 HOUR TOOK RIVER UP TO 5 FT. |
|---|---|
| 1.8 ft | 1.80 IN 6 TO 8 HRS CAUSED THE CREEK TO RISE FROM 3.32 TO 7.68 FT |
| 2.9 ft | 2.9 INCH IN 6 HOUR WILL CAUSE A RISE OF 7 FT.. TOOK ABOUT 10 HOURS TO CREST |
| 13.0 ft | WATER WILL BE UP TO THE BOTTOM OF THE BRIDGE ON KINGSBURY HIGHWAY. |
| 19.0 ft | WATER WILL OVERTOP THE BRIDGE ON KINGSBURY ROAD (HIGHWAY 114). |
| 20.0 ft | APPROXIMATE HEIGHT OF 500 YEAR FLOOD. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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