Major Flood
11 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: LCSV2). 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
9.5 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Major flood stage.
11.8 ft
Bridge over Saint Andrews Street is overtopped.
11 ft
Five residential structures and one commercial structure on the west side of McKeever Street, just downstream from the gage, have water surrounding them with probable water inside the structures. East Wythe Street is also impassable with water encroaching surrounding commerical structures.
10 ft
Water starts to inundate Saint Andrews Street on the southeast corner of the bridge/roadway (upstream side). The intersection of Saint Andrews Street and McKeever Street may be impassable for motorists.
9.5 ft
Water is encroaching on adjacent properties on McKeever Street just downstream of the gage.
8 ft
Graham Street and East Wythe Street begin to flood.
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 | 11.79 ft | — |
| Jul 13, 2025 | 8.67 ft | — |
| May 26, 2026 | 7.76 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
LCSV2
River
Lieutenant Run Creek
County
City of Petersburg, VA
Coordinates
37.2243°N, 77.3942°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Lieutenant Run Creek at St Andrews St at Petersburg?
The Lieutenant Run Creek at St Andrews St 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 St Andrews St at Petersburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Lieutenant Run Creek at St Andrews St at Petersburg is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9.5 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Lieutenant Run Creek rises?
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Where is the Lieutenant Run Creek at St Andrews St at Petersburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in City of Petersburg County, Virginia at coordinates 37.2243°N, 77.3942°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