Major Flood
16.5 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Water reaches buildings along Wheeler Avenue and Eisenhower Avenue.
16.5 ft
The Capital Beltway begins to flood between Eisenhower Avenue and Telegraph Road in Alexandria.
14 ft
Most of the Lower Holmes Run Trail along Cameron Run is flooded.
11 ft
Backwater flooding begins to affect areas along Backlick Run upstream of Cameron Run.
9 ft
Water overflows the banks on both sides of Cameron Run upstream of the railroad culverts.
7.5 ft
A few low spots near the Lower Holmes Run Trail between the railroad bridge and the Metrorail bridge begin to flood, but there is no significant impact.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2019 | 15.7 ft | — |
| Aug 15, 2021 | 15.03 ft | 12,300 cfs |
| Sep 8, 2011 | 12.92 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CRPV2
River
Cameron Run
County
City of Alexandria, VA
Coordinates
38.8044°N, 77.1061°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria?
The Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01653000) 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 Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cameron Run rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria 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 Cameron Run at Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria gauge located?
The gauge is located in City of Alexandria County, Virginia at coordinates 38.8044°N, 77.1061°W. USGS site number: 01653000. 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.