Cane Creek near Carrboro
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 6.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 7.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 6.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 10.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.7 ft on Jul 6, 2025 (historic crest)
- 7.9 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 7.8 ft on Apr 13, 2019 (historic crest)
- 6.4 ft on Mar 4, 1993 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Cane Creek will overflow its natural banks. |
|---|---|
| 7.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Pasture land along the creek upstream up the Cane Creek Reservior may begin to flood. |
| 10.0 ft | Major flooding begins. Significant flooding is greatest above the Cane Creek Reservior, specifically impacting Buckhorn Rd. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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