RIVER GAUGE · CLINCH RIVER
Clinch River at Blackford
Russell County, Virginia
Water level4.87 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action9 ft
Minor flood10.5 ft
Moderate flood16 ft
Major flood21 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 21 ft
Water gets into crawl space of Gardner Church and onto the main floor of the house next door.
- 18 ft
The driveway into Herndon Park begins to flood.
- 13 ft
Low spot on Cedar Cliff Road near the boat access floods.
- 11.5 ft
Flooding of eating pavilions at Herndom Park on Lewis Creek Road.
- 10.5 ft
Flooding of the boat access gravel parking lot near the VA 80 bridge.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2025 | 16.82 ft | — |
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