McTier Creek near Monetta
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 10.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 15.0 ft; major flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 10.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 7.5 ft on Mar 7, 1996 (historic crest)
- 7.0 ft on Oct 4, 2015 (historic crest)
- 6.3 ft on Dec 25, 2009 (historic crest)
- 6.2 ft on Jun 2, 2005 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.7 ft | Flood water begins hitting the bottom of the bridge. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Approximately 1.5 feet of water flows over bridge. |
| 15.9 ft | Flood water begins to enter the gage house. |
| 16.0 ft | Approximately 2.5 feet of water flowing over bridge with the possibility of the bridge washing out and destruction of gaging equipment. |
Forecast office: NWS West Columbia · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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