Flood Prone Areas of Watauga County
Watauga County Flood-Prone Areas
An Interactive Guide to Local Flooding Hazards
📊 Historical Context
2018 became the all-time wettest year on record for Boone and Watauga County. During that historic summer, there was a surge of questions about which locations in Boone and countywide flood quickly. Following the remnants of Hurricane Florence moving through the area, the need for this comprehensive flooding resource became even more apparent.
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
This page is published as an advisory tool only. The information provided SHOULD NOT be used as the primary resource for making official flood zone determinations for insurance, lending, or other related purposes. This list does not necessarily identify all areas subject to flooding but will be updated to reflect locations as needed.
Data Sources: The flood information contained on this page is based on previous reporting by WataugaOnline.com, its related social media outlets, and information from local law enforcement and EMS officials.
📍 Interactive Flood Location Map
View all flood-prone areas and low water bridges on the map below. Click markers for location details.
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🏙️ Boone Flood-Prone Areas
The following locations in Boone are known to flood quickly during heavy rain and storm events:
🗺️ Watauga County Flood-Prone Areas
Additional flood-prone locations throughout Watauga County:
🌉 Low Water Bridges
CAUTION: These bridges are particularly dangerous during flooding conditions. Never attempt to cross a flooded low water bridge.
💡 Flood Safety Tips
🚗 Turn Around, Don't Drown
Never drive through flooded roads. Just 6 inches of moving water can knock you down, and 12 inches can carry away most vehicles.
📱 Stay Informed
Monitor local weather alerts and road condition updates through official sources and local news outlets.
🏠 Know Your Risk
Understand if your home or business is in a flood-prone area and have an evacuation plan ready.
⚡ Avoid Utilities
Stay away from downed power lines and electrical equipment. Report hazards to authorities immediately.
🌉 Bridge Safety
Low water bridges are extremely dangerous when flooded. Water can be deeper and faster-moving than it appears.
📋 Emergency Kit
Keep emergency supplies including water, food, flashlight, battery-powered radio, and first aid kit ready.
🚨 Emergency Contacts
Emergency Services
911
Watauga County Emergency Management
(828) 264-1590
Non-Emergency Sheriff
(828) 264-3761
Road Conditions
511 or 511nc.gov
📚 Historical Note: 2018 Wettest Year
The calendar year 2018 became the all-time wettest year on record for Boone and Watauga County, leading to widespread flooding concerns and the creation of this comprehensive resource. This historic precipitation prompted extensive documentation of flood-prone areas throughout the region to better serve residents and visitors.