Major Flood
30 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
28 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
Numerous county roads are flooded along with portions of Highway 28. Major agricultural impacts and danger to livestock. Campgrounds along Nimrod Lake will be inundated, including Sunlight Bay, Carter Cove, and County Line.
30 ft
Several county roads are impacted and State Highway 28 may be affected. Many pastures along the river will be inundated. Campgrounds will be impacted downstream near Nimrod Lake, including Sunlight Bay, County Line, and Carter Cove.
24 ft
Portions of Highway 28 effected. Timber and pasture along West Bank floods. Property and livestock should be moved to higher ground.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2013 | 32.6 ft | 133,220 cfs |
| Dec 3, 1982 | 32.45 ft | 162,000 cfs |
| Dec 28, 2015 | 31.65 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GRVA4
River
Fourche LaFave River
County
Yell, AR
Coordinates
34.8725°N, 93.6567°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Fourche LaFave River near Gravelly?
The Fourche LaFave River near Gravelly gauge is maintained by USGS (site 07261500) and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Fourche LaFave River near Gravelly?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Fourche LaFave River near Gravelly is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 28 feet, and major flooding at 30 feet.
How do I get alerts when Fourche LaFave River rises?
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Where is the Fourche LaFave River near Gravelly gauge located?
The gauge is located in Yell County, Arkansas at coordinates 34.8725°N, 93.6567°W. USGS site number: 07261500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: USACE, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 24 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.