Major Flood
17.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: GSEV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
12.5 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
A home or two on 12th Street NE just upstream from the train bridge may begin to flood, and also the road.
12.5 ft
Low spot on Park Avenue NE near Virginia Avenue NE begins to flood. Train bridge just upstream from Esserville Road and 12th Street NE begins to flood.
10.2 ft
Body shop just downstream from the Esserville Road bridge begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | 7.27 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
GSEV2
River
Guest River
County
Wise, VA
Coordinates
36.9552°N, 82.6113°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Guest River at Esserville?
The Guest River at Esserville gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Guest River at Esserville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Guest River at Esserville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 12.5 feet, and major flooding at 17.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Guest River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Guest River at Esserville 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 Guest River at Esserville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wise County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9552°N, 82.6113°W. 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 VA DEM