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Holmes Run at Fairview Lake
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage

Located in Fairfax County, Virginia on the Holmes Run. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.

Current Water Level

Gage Height

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Streamflow

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Last Reading

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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FVLV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →

Flood Stages

Major Flood

324.5 ft

Moderate Flood

320 ft

Minor Flood

318 ft

Action Stage

315 ft

Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.

What Floods at Each Level

324.5 ft

Water starts to overtop Fairview Lake Dam.

322 ft

New Providenc Drive is likely covered with more than two feet of water in several spots, limiting road access.

320 ft

Fairview Park Drive and New Providence Drive are likely flooded. Water approaches structures along the lake, especially on Yarling Court.

318 ft

Parts of Fairview Park Drive may begin to flood. Flooding may also start to impact parts of New Providence Drive near the tennis Courts.

315 ft

Trails around Fairview Lake likely start to experience flooding.

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
Sep 8, 2011318.47 ft
Sep 8, 2011318.47 ft

About This Gauge

NWS LID

FVLV2

River

Holmes Run

County

Fairfax, VA

Coordinates

38.8700°N, 77.2128°W

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current water level of Holmes Run at Fairview Lake?

The Holmes Run at Fairview Lake 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 Holmes Run at Fairview Lake?

The NWS-defined flood stage for Holmes Run at Fairview Lake is 318 feet. Action stage begins at 315 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 320 feet, and major flooding at 324.5 feet.

How do I get alerts when Holmes Run rises?

Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Holmes Run at Fairview Lake 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 Holmes Run at Fairview Lake gauge located?

The gauge is located in Fairfax County, Virginia at coordinates 38.8700°N, 77.2128°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.

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