Rocky River at Siler City
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 16.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 32.0 ft; major flooding begins at 36.0 ft.
| Action stage | 16.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 32.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 36.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 24.9 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 14.9 ft on Mar 10, 1989 (historic crest)
- 14.4 ft on Apr 25, 1992 (historic crest)
- 9.1 ft on Oct 11, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 16.0 ft | Action Stage. The Rocky River at Siler City reaches bankfull |
|---|---|
| 20.0 ft | Minor Flood Stage. Water will begin to encroach on private property upstream of the US Highway 64 bridge |
| 32.0 ft | Moderate Flood Stage. Water reaches the base of the US Highway 64 bridge |
| 36.0 ft | Major Flood Stage. The Rocky River will flood US Highway 64 |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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