Major Flood
14 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Water begins to overtop the SR 779 bridge.
19.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the SR 779 bridge.
7 ft
Flooding begins along portions of Route 600 in Haymakertown and Route 737, Hogan Hollow Road.
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 | 19.19 ft | 21,200 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1995 | 11.34 ft | 8,640 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1972 | 10.35 ft | 7,740 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CTWV2
River
Catawba Creek
County
Botetourt, VA
Coordinates
37.4681°N, 80.0053°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Catawba Creek near Catawba?
The Catawba Creek near Catawba gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02018500) 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 Catawba Creek near Catawba?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Catawba Creek near Catawba is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Catawba Creek rises?
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Where is the Catawba Creek near Catawba gauge located?
The gauge is located in Botetourt County, Virginia at coordinates 37.4681°N, 80.0053°W. USGS site number: 02018500. 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