Major Flood
7.5 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
6.5 ft
Minor Flood
5.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7 ft
Water begins to cover the southbound lane of Dock Landing Road...about 200 ft north of the bridge crossing Bailey Creek. Additonally, water covers Dock Landing Road approximately one-half mile south of Bailey Creek.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2025 | 6.76 ft | — |
| Sep 16, 2025 | 6.26 ft | — |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 6.06 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BLYV2
River
Elizabeth River
County
City of Chesapeake, VA
Coordinates
36.8057°N, 76.4087°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW)?
The Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW) gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0204288905) 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 Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW) is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at N/A feet. Moderate flooding starts at 6.5 feet, and major flooding at 7.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elizabeth River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW) to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Elizabeth River at Bailey Creek near Chesapeake VA (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in City of Chesapeake County, Virginia at coordinates 36.8057°N, 76.4087°W. USGS site number: 0204288905. 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
- Gauge reading affected by tides.