Moderate Flood
13 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: BISV2). 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.
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Multiple homes are surrounded by water, with the basements of some homes becoming flooded.
10 ft
Multiple locations along River Road are flooded and impassible. Water reaches the base of a home about one quarter mile upstream from Silver Leaf Road.
7 ft
Low-lying portions of River Road begin to flood.
6 ft
Water approaches portions of River Road upstream of the stream gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2024 | 7.47 ft | — |
| Aug 9, 2024 | 5.38 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
BISV2
River
Big Reed Island Creek
County
Carroll, VA
Coordinates
36.7606°N, 80.6223°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road?
The Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road 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 Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Big Reed Island Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road 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 Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Carroll County, Virginia at coordinates 36.7606°N, 80.6223°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