Stewart Creek at State St.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 20.0 ft; major flooding begins at 22.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 22.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 15.3 ft on Aug 5, 2011 (historic crest)
- 12.8 ft on Jul 11, 2013 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Jul 23, 2006 (historic crest)
- 9.8 ft on Mar 2, 2007 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Action/Advisory Stage. Historically at this level, nuisance flooding has begun upstream, especially near Southwest Blvd. Nuisance flooding of the Stewart Creek Greenway, Martin Luther King Community Park, and Seversville Neighborhood Park may be developing. |
|---|---|
| 18.0 ft | At this stage, State St may be inundated. Industrial buildings near the gauge site may be affected. |
Forecast office: NWS Greer · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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