Rockfish Creek near Raeford
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 13.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 15.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 17.0 ft; major flooding begins at 19.0 ft.
| Action stage | 13.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 19.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 10.3 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 8.3 ft on Sep 7, 1996 (historic crest)
- 8.2 ft on Jul 25, 1997 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | Action Stage. The creek is approaching bankfull. |
|---|---|
| 15.0 ft | Minor Flood Stage. The creek spills over the natural bank and retaining embankment at the bridge over Hwy 401. |
| 17.0 ft | Moderate Flood Stage. The creek reaches the bridge trusses on the bridge over Hwy 401. |
| 19.0 ft | Major Flood Stage. The creek reaches the road surface on the bridge over Hwy 401. Bridge will be closed to traffic. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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