Cane River (NC) near Burnsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 12.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 12.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 10.2 ft on Oct 15, 2014 (historic crest)
- 9.9 ft on May 6, 2013 (historic crest)
- 8.3 ft on Jan 30, 2013 (historic crest)
- 4.2 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.
| 1.5 ft | 1- 1.5 INCH IN 3 HOURS IN HEADWATERS OF CANE RIVER...TOOK CREEK UP ABOUT 1.5 FT. |
|---|---|
| 2.5 ft | WIDE SPREAD 2.5 IN IN 12 HRS TOOK RIVER UP TO 5.5 FT |
| 7.0 ft | BANKFULL. WATER APPROACHS BOTTOM OF BRIDGE ON HIGHWAY SR1112 |
| 8.0 ft | WATER COVERS APPROACHS TO BRIDGE ON SR1112 |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Lower Mississippi River Forecast Center.
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