RIVER GAUGE · JAMES RIVER
James River at Leeward Marina (IN MLLW)
City of Newport News County, Virginia
Water level3.42 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 5:12 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action4 ft
Minor flood4.5 ft
Moderate flood5.5 ft
Major flood6.5 ft
The past week
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Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2025 | 5.54 ft | — |
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