Horse Creek at Clearwater
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.0 ft; major flooding begins at 22.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 22.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 17.4 ft on Sep 28, 2024 (historic crest)
- 15.0 ft on Nov 7, 2024 (historic crest)
- 14.6 ft on Nov 15, 2008 (historic crest)
- 14.2 ft on Jun 23, 2023 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 12.0 ft | Bank full, water begins to flow into the swampy flood plain. |
|---|---|
| 17.0 ft | Flood stage, railroad tracks begin to be affected by flood water. |
| 20.0 ft | Structures along Storm Branch Rd may begin to flood. |
Forecast office: NWS West Columbia · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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