Major Flood
11 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.
Moderate Flood
9 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Adams Drive floods and becomes impassible near the railroad underpass. Backwater flooding of Brush Fork will begin to flood properties along Angel Lane, Tabor Avenue and Walton Street.
8.5 ft
Portions of Falls Mills Road near Big Branch Road begins to flood, making Falls Mills Road impassible.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2023 | 10.96 ft | 1,480 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 10.4 ft | 1,400 cfs |
| Feb 15, 2025 | 9.96 ft | 1,890 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRVV2
River
Bluestone River
County
Tazewell, VA
Coordinates
37.2714°N, 81.3050°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bluestone River at Falls Mills?
The Bluestone River at Falls Mills gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03177710) 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 Bluestone River at Falls Mills?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bluestone River at Falls Mills is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bluestone River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bluestone River at Falls Mills 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 Bluestone River at Falls Mills gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tazewell County, Virginia at coordinates 37.2714°N, 81.3050°W. USGS site number: 03177710. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Bluestone River near Spanishburg
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey