Brier Creek at Millhaven
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 14.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 14.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 25.1 ft on Oct 1, 1929 (historic crest)
- 22.1 ft on Jan 23, 1925 (historic crest)
- 22.1 ft on Apr 9, 1936 (historic crest)
- 17.4 ft on Aug 16, 1940 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 14.0 ft | At 14 feet, water will reach the bottom of the Hiltonia Creek Road bridge. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | At 15 feet, water will impact and could begin to cover Hiltonia Creek Road and the bridge across Brier Creek. |
| 17.0 ft | At 17 feet, water will flood lower portions of Coastal Empire Christian Camp. Also, Hiltonia Creek Road will likely be impassable. |
| 18.0 ft | At 18 feet, water will likely flood structures at Coastal Empire Christian Camp. |
Forecast office: NWS North Charleston · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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