Major Flood
24 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: DNGV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
20 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23.5 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Sinking Creek Hwy bridge.
20 ft
Structures on River Avenue may be threatened.
19 ft
Structure closest to the Boat Launch might begin to flood. A few barn structures downstream from Veterans Memorial Parkway bridge in Fort Blackmore flood. A second dwelling on Fly Fishing Lane beneath that bridge is at risk.
15 ft
Flooding of back yards along the river on River Avenue. A barn structure downstream from Veterans Memorial Parkway bridge in Fort Blackmore floods, and another is at risk. A dwelling on Fly Fishing Lane beneath that bridge is at risk.
12 ft
Gravel parking lot at Dungannon Boat Launch has at least a couple feet of water.
9.5 ft
The gravel parking lot of the Dungannon Boat Launch beneath the Sinking Creek Hwy bridge begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2025 | 14.85 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
DNGV2
River
Clinch River
County
Scott, VA
Coordinates
36.8313°N, 82.4621°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clinch River at Dungannon?
The Clinch River at Dungannon gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Clinch River at Dungannon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clinch River at Dungannon is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Clinch River rises?
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Where is the Clinch River at Dungannon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Scott County, Virginia at coordinates 36.8313°N, 82.4621°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of VA DEM