Big Swamp near Tarheel
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 16.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 16.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 18.7 ft on Oct 10, 2016 (historic crest)
- 17.2 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 14.6 ft on Nov 13, 2020 (historic crest)
- 14.3 ft on Sep 17, 1999 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 16.5 ft | Water will reach the level of the road at the bridge on Tar Heel Road where the gage is located. |
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Forecast office: NWS Wilmington · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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