Eno River at Durham
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 18.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 22.0 ft; major flooding begins at 24.0 ft.
| Action stage | 18.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 24.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 26.2 ft on Jul 7, 2025 (historic crest)
- 23.6 ft on Sep 6, 1996 (historic crest)
- 23.1 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 20.8 ft on Mar 19, 1998 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 18.0 ft | Action Stage. The Eno River will be out of its natural banks. |
|---|---|
| 20.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. There is extensive flooding on the upstream right bank and the Eno River trails are flooded. |
| 22.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Flood waters from the Eno River reach residential areas along Rippling Stream Rd downstream of US Hwy 501. Water may also approach High Meadow Rd further downstream. |
| 24.0 ft | There is major flooding affecting residential areas downstream of US Hwy 501. Water rescues may be needed in the bend of the river between Rippling Stream Rd and High Meadow Rd. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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