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Bechner Branch at Buchanan
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Botetourt County, Virginia on the Bechner Branch. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SLOV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Action Stage

4 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

7-Day Water Level Chart

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About This Gauge

NWS LID

SLOV2

River

Bechner Branch

County

Botetourt, VA

Coordinates

37.4804°N, 79.7873°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Bechner Branch at Buchanan?

The Bechner Branch at Buchanan 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 Bechner Branch at Buchanan?

This gauge has NWS-defined flood categories. Check the flood stages section above for current thresholds.

How do I get alerts when Bechner Branch rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bechner Branch at Buchanan to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.

Where is the Bechner Branch at Buchanan gauge located?

The gauge is located in Botetourt County, Virginia at coordinates 37.4804°N, 79.7873°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