Major Flood
16 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Flood waters begin to enter the lower level of several homes in the Richlands, Raven and Doran communities.
15 ft
Flooding of the Clinch River surrounds the Raven Elementary School.
14.5 ft
Water begins surrounding homes on River and Page Streets in Richlands.
13 ft
Water inundates areas from 5th Street to 2nd Street in Richlands. Virginia Avenue begins to flood, and properties on East 1st Street and Orange Street are becoming inundated. Downstream, portions of Raven Road are flooded and impassible. Homes on Kirby Road, Atmore Street, and Bottom Road are surrounded by water in the Raven community.
12 ft
Flooding affects several low-lying roads downstream near Raven.
11 ft
Water inundates much of Critterville Park. Homes on East 1st Street and 4th Street are surrounded by water.
10 ft
Backwater flooding of Big Creek begins to surround businesses along Alleghany Street.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 1901 | 21.3 ft | 11,500 cfs |
| Jan 28, 1957 | 19.3 ft | 9,640 cfs |
| Jan 25, 1978 | 16.1 ft | 7,370 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Clinch River near Richlands?
The Clinch River near Richlands gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03521500) 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 near Richlands?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Clinch River near Richlands is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Clinch River rises?
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Where is the Clinch River near Richlands gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tazewell County, Virginia at coordinates 37.0861°N, 81.7811°W. USGS site number: 03521500. 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 U.S. Geological Survey