Gar Creek at SR 2074 NR CROFT #6531
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 19.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 22.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 24.0 ft; major flooding begins at 28.0 ft.
| Action stage | 19.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 24.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 28.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.6 ft on Aug 27, 2008 (historic crest)
- 6.3 ft on Jan 25, 2010 (historic crest)
- 5.2 ft on Sep 28, 2004 (historic crest)
- 4.1 ft on Sep 4, 2006 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 22.0 ft | WATER FROM GAR CREEK WILL FLOOD THE APPROACHS ON BEATTIES FORD ROAD. |
|---|---|
| 24.0 ft | GAR CREEK WILL OVERFLOW THE BRIDGE ON BEATTIES FORD ROAD. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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