Major Flood
35 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
29 ft
Minor Flood
22 ft
Action Stage
20 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Water begins to overtop the Highway 658 bridge across the Dan River.
29 ft
Water reaches the underside of the Route 658 bridge over the Dan River.
24 ft
Low spots along routes 658 and 671 begin to flood.
20 ft
Low-lying pasture/agricultural lands are flooded.
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 22, 1972 | 33.15 ft | 64,800 cfs |
| Aug 15, 1940 | 32.2 ft | — |
| Sep 7, 1996 | 31.43 ft | 56,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dan River at Paces?
The Dan River at Paces gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02075500) 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 Dan River at Paces?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dan River at Paces is 22 feet. Action stage begins at 20 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 29 feet, and major flooding at 35 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dan River rises?
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Where is the Dan River at Paces gauge located?
The gauge is located in Halifax County, Virginia at coordinates 36.6422°N, 79.0897°W. USGS site number: 02075500. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.