River stage
Old Fort, Mill Creek
- River level
- 1.14 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 5.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 7.00 ft
- Record crest
- 7.52 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS MICN7
- Record crest
- 7.52 ft
- Flood stage
- 7.00 ft
- Moderate flood
- 9.00 ft
- Major flood
- 12.00 ft
- Crest date
- 2015-12-02
In brief
The Mill Creek at Old Fort, NC read 1.14 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 3.86 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge MICN7
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7.52 ft | 2015-12-02 |
| 2 | 4.46 ft | 2015-03-20 |
| 3 | 4.46 ft | 2009-09-22 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Mill Creek flooding at Old Fort?
No. The Mill Creek at Old Fort is at 1.14 ft, 3.86 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Old Fort?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 5 ft, minor flooding 7 ft, moderate flooding 9 ft and major flooding 12 ft.
What is the highest the Mill Creek has been at Old Fort?
The highest crest on record is 7.52 ft, on 2015-12-02.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge MICN7). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.