Major Flood
22 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
22 ft
Some secondary roads are closed and some farm outbuildings affected.
18 ft
Flooding of farmlands and field roads in the area.
16 ft
Both banks begin to overflow, only pasture and cropland affected.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 1985 | 30.76 ft | 226,000 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 27.13 ft | 176,000 cfs |
| Aug 20, 1969 | 24.77 ft | 144,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BECV2
River
James River (VA)
County
Nelson, VA
Coordinates
37.5361°N, 78.8297°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of James River (VA) at Bent Creek?
The James River (VA) at Bent Creek gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02026000) 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 James River (VA) at Bent Creek?
The NWS-defined flood stage for James River (VA) at Bent Creek is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 22 feet.
How do I get alerts when James River (VA) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add James River (VA) at Bent Creek 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 James River (VA) at Bent Creek gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nelson County, Virginia at coordinates 37.5361°N, 78.8297°W. USGS site number: 02026000. 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
- 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.