Williams Old Mill Branch at US 421
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 9.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 13.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 14.0 ft; major flooding begins at 15.0 ft.
| Action stage | 9.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 14.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 15.0 ft |
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | Minor flooding begins. Water overflows the natural banks upstream of the gage near McKoy St. |
|---|---|
| 14.0 ft | Moderate flooding begins. Water begins to flood the northbound ramp between US Highway 701 and US Highway 421. |
| 15.0 ft | Major flooding begins. US Highway 421 and the northbound ramp between US Highway 701 and US Highway 421 may be impassable. Flood waters impact the Water Treatment Plant at the gage site. |
Forecast office: NWS Raleigh · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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