North Prong Falling Creek at Rockingham Rd
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Falling Creek will be out of its banks, primarily upstream of Rockingham Rd. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water will reach the base of the Rockingham Rd Bridge. There will be significant flooding of low lying areas next to the creek and around the Public Works Facility. |
| 12.0 ft | Major flooding begins. Water will reach Rockingham Rd and cause major flooding up and downstream. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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