River Conditions
Illustrated map of Lake Norman

River stage

Jordan Lake, Haw River

River level
213.65 ft
Status
Below flood stage
Action stage
240.00 ft
Flood stage
240.00 ft
Moderate flood
241.00 ft

Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS NHPN7

Flood stage
240.00 ft
Moderate flood
241.00 ft
Major flood
242.00 ft

In brief

The Haw River at Jordan Lake, NC read 213.65 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 26.35 ft below action stage.

Source: National Weather Service gauge NHPN7

Stage threshold profile

Action stage 240.00 ftMinor flooding 240.00 ftModerate flooding 241.00 ftMajor flooding 242.00 ft CURRENT 213.65 ft

Frequently asked questions

Is the Haw River flooding at Jordan Lake?

No. The Haw River at Jordan Lake is at 213.65 ft, 26.35 ft below action stage.

What is the flood stage at Jordan Lake?

The National Weather Service sets action stage 240 ft, minor flooding 240 ft, moderate flooding 241 ft and major flooding 242 ft.

What is the highest the Haw River has been at Jordan Lake?

The National Weather Service has not published a crest history for this gauge.

Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge NHPN7); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 02098197). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.