Irwin Creek at Statesville Ave, in Lincoln Heights
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 13.5 ft on Aug 5, 2011 (historic crest)
- 11.0 ft on Aug 6, 2010 (historic crest)
- 10.9 ft on Jul 11, 2013 (historic crest)
- 8.1 ft on Mar 2, 2007 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Action/Advisory Stage. Double Oaks and Anita Stroud parks may begin to flood. |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Minor Flood Stage. |
| 10.0 ft | Water may approach Andrill Ter and Andrill Trl south of Oaklawn Ave. |
| 15.0 ft | Water may approach Oaklawn Ave. |
| 20.0 ft | Vacant lots adjacent to Irwin Creek near Atando Ave may be flooding. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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