Major Flood
20 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: GSRV2). 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
17 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Mobile homes just downstream from the gauge might begin to flood. The church near the Central Street bridge may be taking water in all three of their buildings. This is reportedly and roughly the level the river reached in the flood of 1977. Mobile homes across the street from the church might begin to take water.
19 ft
The building closest to the playground of the church property near the Central Street bridge may begin to take water.
17 ft
Flooding of mobile home lots just downstream from the gauge. Substantial flooding of a church's parking lot and playground near the Central Street bridge. The bridge to the water treatment facility may be impacted. Some homes along Craig Road might be threatened.
15 ft
Flooding begins of a church's parking lot and playground near the Central Street bridge.
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 | 18.06 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
GSRV2
River
Guest River
County
Wise, VA
Coordinates
36.9357°N, 82.4866°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Guest River at Riverview?
The Guest River at Riverview 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 Riverview?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Guest River at Riverview is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Guest River rises?
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Where is the Guest River at Riverview gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wise County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9357°N, 82.4866°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