Major Flood
22.1 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
20.2 ft
Minor Flood
19.6 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22.1 ft
Virgin River flood waters will damage the Bloomington subdivision and other homes and structures along the river. Areas between Hurricane and La Verkin can expect extensive flood damage.
20.2 ft
Virgin River flood waters will flood homes and structures between La Verkin and Hurricane.
19.6 ft
low lying areas along the Virgin River can expect flood damage. Areas between Hurricane and La Verkin can expect additional damage to structures.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2005 | 19.4 ft | 21,000 cfs |
| Dec 21, 2010 | 19 ft | 15,000 cfs |
| Mar 4, 1978 | 16.28 ft | 18,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HURU1
River
Virgin River
County
Washington, UT
Coordinates
37.1628°N, 113.3952°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Virgin River near Hurricane?
The Virgin River near Hurricane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09408150) 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 Virgin River near Hurricane?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Virgin River near Hurricane is 19.6 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20.2 feet, and major flooding at 22.1 feet.
How do I get alerts when Virgin River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Virgin River near Hurricane to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Virgin River near Hurricane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Utah at coordinates 37.1628°N, 113.3952°W. USGS site number: 09408150. 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