Major Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LITV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
8 ft
Minor Flood
6 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
LITV2
River
Back Creek
County
Botetourt, VA
Coordinates
37.4517°N, 79.7835°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Back Creek at Camp Bethel?
The Back Creek at Camp Bethel gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Back Creek at Camp Bethel?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Back Creek at Camp Bethel is 6 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Back Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Back Creek at Camp Bethel 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 Back Creek at Camp Bethel gauge located?
The gauge is located in Botetourt County, Virginia at coordinates 37.4517°N, 79.7835°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the VDEM Flood Intel Unit