Major Flood
22 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 ft
Minor Flood
18.9 ft
Action Stage
17 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
At 22.0 ft, extensive flooding will occur in the towns of Virgin and Washington.
20 ft
At 20.0 ft, low lying developments in and around the towns of Virgin and Washington can expect moderate flooding.
18.9 ft
At 18.9 ft, flooding will affect low lying developed areas near the town of Virgin.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 21, 2010 | 19.6 ft | 9,850 cfs |
| Dec 20, 2010 | 19.3 ft | 9,540 cfs |
| Jul 31, 2007 | 18.6 ft | 8,050 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
VIRU1
River
Virgin River
County
Washington, UT
Coordinates
37.2041°N, 113.1808°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Virgin River near Virgin?
The Virgin River near Virgin gauge is maintained by USGS (site 09406000) 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 Virgin?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Virgin River near Virgin is 18.9 feet. Action stage begins at 17 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 22 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 Virgin 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 Virgin gauge located?
The gauge is located in Washington County, Utah at coordinates 37.2041°N, 113.1808°W. USGS site number: 09406000. 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