Major Flood
12.5 ft
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: LRCV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
11.5 ft
Minor Flood
10.5 ft
Action Stage
9.5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.5 ft
Gage operating limit.
15 ft
One to three feet of water enters multiple structures adjacent to the gage.
12.5 ft
Water overtops the downstream railroad bridge crossing.
12 ft
Water is encroaching structures adjacent to the gage and enters the basement of the warehouse just northeast of the gage.
11.5 ft
Bollingbrook Street becomes impassable due to high water.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2025 | 15.98 ft | — |
| Jul 13, 2025 | 12.43 ft | — |
| Aug 30, 2024 | 11.78 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LRCV2
River
Lieutenant Run Creek
County
City of Petersburg, VA
Coordinates
37.2338°N, 77.3966°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg?
The Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg 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 Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg is 10.5 feet. Action stage begins at 9.5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11.5 feet, and major flooding at 12.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lieutenant Run Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg 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 Lieutenant Run Creek at Bollingbrook at Petersburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in City of Petersburg County, Virginia at coordinates 37.2338°N, 77.3966°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: VA Depart. of Emergency Management
- No forecasts are available for this location