Buffalo Creek (NC) near Headwaters
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 12.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 12.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.8 ft on Dec 1, 2010 (historic crest)
- 4.3 ft on Jan 25, 2010 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 2.0 ft | GENERAL RAIN OF 2 INCH IN 6 HRS WILL CAUSE A 1.5 FT RISE. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | BUFFALO COVE ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD |
| 10.0 ft | ONE HOME ON BUFFALO COVE ROAD WILL FLOOD AND THE ROAD WILL BE FLOODED. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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