Major Flood
22 ft
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: IGCV2). 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Water may reach the main floor of the first house on Scenic Elk Garden Drive. Some storage buildings nearby have flooded.
18.5 ft
Flooding of the gravel parking lot at the end of State Park Road.
15 ft
Water reaches the surface of the bridge on River Mountain Road.
14 ft
Water reaches the surface of the bridge on Scenic Elk Garden Drive where the gage is located.
12 ft
Flooding of low spots on State Park Road and on Big Cedar Creek Road begins.
11 ft
Flooding of low spots on Scenic Elk Garden Drive near the bridge.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | 7.78 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
IGCV2
County
Russell, VA
Coordinates
36.8959°N, 82.0266°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Cedar Creek 1E Lebanon?
The Big Cedar Creek 1E Lebanon 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 Big Cedar Creek 1E Lebanon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Cedar Creek 1E Lebanon is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when this river rises?
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Where is the Big Cedar Creek 1E Lebanon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Russell County, Virginia at coordinates 36.8959°N, 82.0266°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 VA DEM