Stony Creek at Nashville
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 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.5 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 10.7 ft on Aug 9, 2024 (historic crest)
- 10.0 ft on Aug 9, 2024 (historic crest)
- 10.0 ft on Aug 9, 2024 (historic crest)
- 7.8 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 10.0 ft | First St immediately southwest of the bridge over Stony Creek becomes impassable. Water will approach at least three homes along First St on the north side of Stony Creek, as well as businesses along Washington St in Nashville. |
|---|---|
| 13.0 ft | Washington St begins to flood on the northwest side of Nashville. Water reaches businesses along Washington St and begins to inundate homes along First St, north of US 64. |
| 15.0 ft | Washington St is impassable and water reaches the exit ramps to US Highway 64 north of Stony Creek. Numerous homes and businesses are flooded along Washington St and First St in Nashville. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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