Minor Flood
23 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.
Action Stage
22 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
Gage height reporting limit.
24 ft
The bridge on Thomas Woods Trail over the Blackwater River begins to flood.
23 ft
Thomas Woods Trail begins to flood near the northeastern approach to the bridge over the Blackwater River.
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 19, 2020 | 25.14 ft | 7,670 cfs |
| Jun 10, 2013 | 25.04 ft | 7,330 cfs |
| Oct 10, 2016 | 24.34 ft | 5,520 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ZUNV2
River
Blackwater River (VA)
County
Isle of Wight, VA
Coordinates
36.9064°N, 76.8203°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Blackwater River (VA) near ZUNI?
The Blackwater River (VA) near ZUNI gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02047783) 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 Blackwater River (VA) near ZUNI?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Blackwater River (VA) near ZUNI is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 22 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Blackwater River (VA) rises?
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Where is the Blackwater River (VA) near ZUNI gauge located?
The gauge is located in Isle of Wight County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9064°N, 76.8203°W. USGS site number: 02047783. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.