Swift Creek Upstream of Queensferry Rd
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 1.2 ft; minor flooding begins at 2.4 ft; moderate flooding begins at 6.9 ft; major flooding begins at 8.2 ft.
| Action stage | 1.2 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 2.4 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 6.9 ft |
| Major flooding | 8.2 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 2.9 ft on Jul 23, 2026 (historic crest)
- 2.7 ft on Jul 27, 2026 (historic crest)
- 2.4 ft on Jul 21, 2026 (historic crest)
- 2.4 ft on Jul 20, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 1.2 ft | Action Stage. Swift Creek will be at bankfull. |
|---|---|
| 2.4 ft | Minor flooding begins. Swift Creek will overflow its banks and flood adjacent low-lying areas. |
| 6.9 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water from Swift Creek will reach Queensferry Rd and begins to flood the roadway. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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