Major Flood
10 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
8 ft
Minor Flood
7 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
10 ft
Route 15 floods at Limestone Branch, which is between Leesburg and Lucketts.
8 ft
A home near Route 15 along the stream begins to flood.
7 ft
Greenfield Farm Lane and another access road flood. Field flooding near the stream is widespread.
5 ft
Water begins to overflow into fields near the stream.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 22, 2003 | 11.19 ft | 8,950 cfs |
| Sep 29, 2015 | 9.12 ft | 4,918 cfs |
| Apr 27, 2011 | 8.13 ft | 3,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LBUV2
River
Limestone Branch
County
Loudoun, VA
Coordinates
39.1675°N, 77.5358°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Limestone Branch near Leesburg?
The Limestone Branch near Leesburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01643590) 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 Limestone Branch near Leesburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Limestone Branch near Leesburg is 7 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 8 feet, and major flooding at 10 feet.
How do I get alerts when Limestone Branch rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Limestone Branch near Leesburg 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 Limestone Branch near Leesburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Loudoun County, Virginia at coordinates 39.1675°N, 77.5358°W. USGS site number: 01643590. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.