Major Flood
28 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
21 ft
Action Stage
18 ft
What Floods at Each Level
34 ft
Near record flooding.
32.1 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
28 ft
Secondary roads closed due to flooding.
25 ft
Agricultural and some secondary roads flooded.
21 ft
Agricultural and pasture land flooded.
19 ft
Left bank begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1940 | 35.3 ft | 35,000 cfs |
| Jun 24, 1972 | 34.08 ft | 31,100 cfs |
| Oct 6, 1972 | 31.1 ft | 22,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MTXV2
River
Appomattox River
County
Amelia, VA
Coordinates
37.4214°N, 77.8592°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Appomattox River at Mattoax?
The Appomattox River at Mattoax gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02040000) 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 Appomattox River at Mattoax?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Appomattox River at Mattoax is 21 feet. Action stage begins at 18 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 28 feet.
How do I get alerts when Appomattox River rises?
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Where is the Appomattox River at Mattoax gauge located?
The gauge is located in Amelia County, Virginia at coordinates 37.4214°N, 77.8592°W. USGS site number: 02040000. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 72 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.