Kerrs Creek near Lexington
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rockbridge County, Virginia on the Kerrs Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02022500, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
14 ft
15,700 cfs
Moderate Flood
11 ft
6,920 cfs
Minor Flood
8 ft
2,180 cfs
Action Stage
6 ft
836 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
PORTIONS OF ROUTE 638..631..624 AND 751 ARE FLOODED.
8 ft
MINOR LOWLAND FLOODING BEGINS.
6 ft
Low water bridges upstream of the gage are flooded.
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 27, 1995 | 15.44 ft | 21,700 cfs |
| Jun 27, 1995 | 15.44 ft | 21,700 cfs |
| Aug 18, 1969 | 13.38 ft | 13,800 cfs |
| Aug 18, 1969 | 13.38 ft | 13,800 cfs |
| Aug 22, 2020 | 11.79 ft | 8,580 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
KCKV2
River
Kerrs Creek
County
Rockbridge, VA
Coordinates
37.8257°N, 79.4431°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Kerrs Creek near Lexington?
The Kerrs Creek near Lexington gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02022500) 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 Kerrs Creek near Lexington?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Kerrs Creek near Lexington is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Kerrs Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Kerrs Creek near Lexington 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 Kerrs Creek near Lexington gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockbridge County, Virginia at coordinates 37.8257°N, 79.4431°W. USGS site number: 02022500. 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