Calfpasture River at Goshen
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rockbridge County, Virginia on the Calfpasture River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02020500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
14,000 cfs
Minor Flood
12 ft
11,300 cfs
Action Stage
9 ft
4,560 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
FLOODING OR LOWLAND AREAS.
8 ft
LOW WATER CROSSING AT MAURY RIVER ROAD IS FLOODED.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 1985 | 20.23 ft | 56,300 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1985 | 20.23 ft | 56,300 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 16.38 ft | 35,800 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 16.38 ft | 35,800 cfs |
| Apr 21, 1992 | 13.9 ft | 23,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
GOHV2
River
Calfpasture River
County
Rockbridge, VA
Coordinates
37.9878°N, 79.4939°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Calfpasture River at Goshen?
The Calfpasture River at Goshen gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02020500) 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 Calfpasture River at Goshen?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Calfpasture River at Goshen is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Calfpasture River rises?
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Where is the Calfpasture River at Goshen gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockbridge County, Virginia at coordinates 37.9878°N, 79.4939°W. USGS site number: 02020500. 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