Little Sugar Creek above Medical Center Dr, 1 SSW Cherry
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 16.0 ft; major flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 14.8 ft on Jul 23, 1997 (historic crest)
- 13.9 ft on Jun 7, 2003 (historic crest)
- 13.8 ft on Aug 5, 2011 (historic crest)
- 13.7 ft on Aug 19, 2010 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.5 ft | Action Stage. Freedom Park walkways are beginning to flood and the East Boulevard parking lot may begin to flood. |
|---|---|
| 11.5 ft | Action Stage continues. Flooding may be ongoing along Dilworth Rd near Morehead St. |
| 13.5 ft | Minor Flood Stage. The lowest elevations of the Medical Center parking lot may begin to flood. |
| 16.0 ft | Moderate Flood Stage. |
| 18.0 ft | Major Flood Stage. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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