Little Fishing Creek near Ringwood
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 16.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 18.0 ft; major flooding begins at 21.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 18.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 21.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 30.8 ft on Sep 16, 1999 (historic crest)
- 24.7 ft on Oct 10, 2016 (historic crest)
- 19.3 ft on Jul 1, 1959 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 15.0 ft | Water approaches buttress of Fishing Creek Rd bridge. |
|---|---|
| 16.0 ft | Flood Stage - Minor Flooding - Water reaches buttress of Fishing Creek Rd bridge. |
| 18.0 ft | Moderate Flooding - Water tops the shoulders of Fishing Creek Rd. |
| 21.0 ft | Major Flooding - Water completely covers Fishing Creek Rd. |
| 30.8 ft | Flood of Record - Sept. 16, 1999 Hurricane Floyd |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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