Morgan Creek near White Cross
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 9.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 9.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.9 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 8.7 ft on Sep 27, 2024 (historic crest)
- 8.1 ft on May 14, 2025 (historic crest)
- 8.0 ft on Aug 8, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Estimated Minor Flood Stage |
|---|---|
| 9.0 ft | Estimated Moderate Flood Stage |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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