Reedy Patch Creek near Bat Cave
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 4.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 6.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 8.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.
| Action stage | 4.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 6.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 10.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.1 ft on May 5, 2013 (historic crest)
- 2.9 ft on Jan 25, 2010 (historic crest)
- 2.8 ft on Dec 25, 2009 (historic crest)
- 2.4 ft on Jan 17, 2013 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 5.0 ft | BANKFULL STAGE NEAR GAGE. |
|---|---|
| 6.0 ft | LEVEL AT WHICH HOMES ALONG REEDY CREEK COURT ROAD WILL BEGIN TO FLOOD. THESE HOMES ARE DOWNSTREAM OF GAGE SITE. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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