Catawba River at Fishing Creek Reservoir and Dam
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 100.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 102.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 104.0 ft; major flooding begins at 106.0 ft.
| Action stage | 100.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 102.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 104.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 106.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 101.2 ft on Mar 21, 2003 (historic crest)
- 100.3 ft on Feb 4, 1996 (historic crest)
- 100.3 ft on Sep 11, 2004 (historic crest)
- 100.2 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.
| 100.0 ft | Full Pool. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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