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
17 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
21 ft
Flooding in Covington affects about 3 blocks in from the river.
17 ft
Minor overbank flooding occurs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 20, 1972 | 24.36 ft | 34,000 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1985 | 23.31 ft | 31,300 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 22.41 ft | 27,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CVGV2
River
Jackson River
County
Alleghany, VA
Coordinates
37.7886°N, 80.0008°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Jackson River at Covington?
The Jackson River at Covington gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02013100) 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 Jackson River at Covington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Jackson River at Covington is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
How do I get alerts when Jackson River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Jackson River at Covington 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 Jackson River at Covington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Alleghany County, Virginia at coordinates 37.7886°N, 80.0008°W. USGS site number: 02013100. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 72 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.