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Walnut Creek (NC) at Buck Jones Road

National Weather Service gauge BKJN7 · North Carolina · Wake County · 35.7730, -78.7369 · USGS 02087337

Flood levels

Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 9.0 ft; major flooding begins at 10.0 ft.

Action stage6.0 ft
Minor flooding7.0 ft
Moderate flooding9.0 ft
Major flooding10.0 ft

Highest recorded crests

What the water does

National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.

7.0 ftMinor flooding begins. Walnut Creek will overflow its natural banks in areas downstream of Buck Jones Road.
9.0 ftModerate flooding begins. Floodwaters will reach the lower areas of the apartment parking lots adjacent to Walnut Creek, potentially obstructing access.
10.0 ftMajor flooding begins. Extensive flooding will occur along Walnut Creek from Buck Jones Road to Dana Drive. Nearby apartments may be inundated, and evacuations may be necessary.
12.0 ftMajor flooding continues. Significant impacts will occur downstream of Buck Jones Road, and the road itself will be inundated.

Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.

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