Major Flood
23 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
20 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Homes off Monumental Mills Road begin to flood.
20 ft
Monumental Mills Road floods near Butler Store Road.
18 ft
Ryland Chapel Road begins to flood.
16 ft
Low lying agricultural land near the river begins to flood.
9 ft
Water covers the low water bridge on Butler Store Road.
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 14, 1942 | 31.8 ft | 60,000 cfs |
| Apr 25, 1937 | 28.4 ft | 43,500 cfs |
| Jun 21, 2018 | 27.49 ft | 46,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hazel River at Rixeyville?
The Hazel River at Rixeyville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01663500) 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 Hazel River at Rixeyville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hazel River at Rixeyville is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hazel River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Hazel River at Rixeyville 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 Hazel River at Rixeyville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Culpeper County, Virginia at coordinates 38.5917°N, 77.9653°W. USGS site number: 01663500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.