Major Flood
29 ft
Current Water Level
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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
25 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35.2 ft
High operational limit of gage
31.6 ft
Flood of record. Hurricane Agnes June 22, 1972.
29 ft
Major flood stage. Water begins to enter residence near the gage house.
27 ft
Water reaches top of the outside staff gage on USGS well house.
25 ft
Moderate flood stage. Water reaches base of deck at nearby home.
23 ft
Significant flooding throughout Dan River valley.
22 ft
Portions of Dan Valley Road and and Water Street in Mayodan are affected by high water.
19.5 ft
Dan Valley Road and River Road in Madison are closed by floodwaters.
19 ft
Minor flood stage. Flooding of lowlands and one or two roads.
0.8 ft
Low operational limit of gage
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1972 | 31.6 ft | 54,200 cfs |
| Feb 7, 2020 | 28.39 ft | 40,900 cfs |
| Sep 22, 1979 | 28.12 ft | 39,400 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dan River near Wentworth?
The Dan River near Wentworth gauge is maintained by USGS (site 2071000) 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 Dan River near Wentworth?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dan River near Wentworth is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dan River rises?
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Where is the Dan River near Wentworth gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockingham County, North Carolina at coordinates 36.4125°N, 79.8261°W. USGS site number: 2071000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.