Elizabeth River at Route 165 in Virginia Beach
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in City of Virginia Bch County, Virginia on the Elizabeth River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 0204288721, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
6.5 ft
Moderate Flood
5.5 ft
Minor Flood
4.5 ft
Action Stage
4 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2016 | 6.45 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 8, 2016 | 6.45 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| Oct 12, 2025 | 4.68 ft | — |
| Oct 12, 2025 | 4.68 ft | — |
| Oct 25, 2025 | 3.94 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
EBRV2
River
Elizabeth River
County
City of Virginia Bch, VA
Coordinates
36.8276°N, 76.1653°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elizabeth River at Route 165 in Virginia Beach?
The Elizabeth River at Route 165 in Virginia Beach gauge is maintained by USGS (site 0204288721) 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 Route 165 in Virginia Beach?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elizabeth River at Route 165 in Virginia Beach is 4.5 feet. Action stage begins at 4 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 5.5 feet, and major flooding at 6.5 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 Route 165 in Virginia Beach to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Elizabeth River at Route 165 in Virginia Beach gauge located?
The gauge is located in City of Virginia Bch County, Virginia at coordinates 36.8276°N, 76.1653°W. USGS site number: 0204288721. 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
- No forecasts are available for this location
- Please click<a href="http://www.weather.gov/images/akq/hydro/Coastal_Flooding/CoastalFloodingThresholds.png"> here</a> for Coastal Flooding Thresholds definitions.