Walnut Creek at S. Wilmington St.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: minor flooding begins at 12.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Minor flooding | 12.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Moderate flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 7.0 ft on Oct 10, 2018 (historic crest)
- 6.6 ft on Sep 16, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 12.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Water reaches the base of the bridge at Wilmington St. The Walnut Creek Greenway Trail begins to flood downstream of Wilmington Rd. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water reaches the top of the Wilmington Street bridge over Walnut Creek. The Walnut Creek Greenway Trail floods downstream of Wilmington St. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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