Bolin Creek at Village Drive
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 13.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 16.0 ft; major flooding begins at 17.0 ft.
| Action stage | 13.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 17.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 23.1 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 22.7 ft on Jun 29, 1973 (historic crest)
- 22.2 ft on Feb 2, 1973 (historic crest)
- 16.0 ft on Sep 12, 1996 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | Action Stage. Water reaches the bridge across Village Drive. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Village Drive and Umstead Drive are flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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