RIVER GAUGE · CRAIG CREEK
Craig Creek at Parr
Botetourt County, Virginia
Water level3.40 ft
Flow40 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:15 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action10 ft5,830 cfs
Minor flood12 ft9,190 cfs
Moderate flood15 ft16,400 cfs
Major flood18 ft26,200 cfs
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 15 ft
Water threatens some summer homes on the left bank upstream from the gage.
- 12 ft
Water begins to affect portions of Route State Highways 621 near Strom and 615 (Craig Creek Rd).
- 9 ft
Lowland flooding begins along the creek.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 1985 | 24.76 ft | 58,500 cfs |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 19.87 ft | 23,500 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1972 | 19.29 ft | 20,200 cfs |
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