Contentnea Creek near Black Creek
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 11.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.0 ft.
| Action stage | 11.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 19.4 ft on Aug 10, 2024 (historic crest)
- 16.1 ft on Mar 19, 2025 (historic crest)
- 15.6 ft on Sep 28, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 12.0 ft | Water reaches the banks of Contentnea Creek |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Low areas downstream of the Black Creek Rd bridge begin to flood. |
| 22.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water reaches the base of the Black Creek Rd bridge over Contentnea Creek. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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Nearby stations and gauges
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