Speight Branch Upstream of SE Cary Pkwy
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 0.8 ft; minor flooding begins at 1.6 ft; moderate flooding begins at 7.6 ft; major flooding begins at 12.6 ft.
| Action stage | 0.8 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 1.6 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 7.6 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.6 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 1.8 ft on Jul 8, 2026 (historic crest)
- 1.8 ft on Jul 23, 2026 (historic crest)
- 1.6 ft on Jul 21, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 0.8 ft | Action Stage. Speight Branch will reach bankfull. |
|---|---|
| 1.6 ft | Minor flooding begins. Speight Branch will begin to flood adjacent areas. |
| 7.6 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water from Speight Branch will reach the greenway and flood adjacent low-lying areas. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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