RIVER GAUGE · FOUR MILE RUN
Four Mile Run at Alexandria
Arlington County, Virginia
Water level4.05 ft
Flow2 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:20 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action6 ft
Minor flood12 ft
Moderate flood15 ft
Major flood18 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
Significant flooding is occurring with structures and roads impacted on both sides.
- 15 ft
Water approaches Arlington Mill Road on the south side of the stream. On the north side, water is approaching structures.
- 12 ft
Water begins to flood the north bank, into grassy areas and parking lots.
- 6 ft
Flooding of low portions of the Four Mile Run Trail begins.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 24, 2006 | 20.2 ft | 18,100 cfs |
| Jul 8, 2019 | 15.3 ft | 8,700 cfs |
| Sep 25, 1975 | 13.07 ft | 6,350 cfs |
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