Catawba River at Lake Norman/Cowans Ford 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 105.0 ft; major flooding begins at 110.0 ft.
| Action stage | 100.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 102.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 105.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 110.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 100.9 ft on Sep 9, 2004 (historic crest)
- 100.5 ft on Aug 19, 1994 (historic crest)
- 100.5 ft on Oct 2, 1988 (historic crest)
- 100.5 ft on Oct 23, 1990 (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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