Major Flood
12 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Water begins to approach Graysontown Road (Route 693) on the right bank just before the bridge at the gage house.
11 ft
Blue Spring Road is flooded.
10 ft
Agricultural and lowland flooding fairly extensive upstream from gage between Blue Springs Road and Indian Valley Road.
8 ft
Minor lowland flooding begins.
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 20, 1972 | 13.4 ft | 22,800 cfs |
| Oct 1, 1929 | 12.84 ft | 13,500 cfs |
| Sep 29, 1959 | 12.76 ft | 18,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Little River at Graysontown?
The Little River at Graysontown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03170000) 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 Little River at Graysontown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Little River at Graysontown is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Little River rises?
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Where is the Little River at Graysontown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pulaski County, Virginia at coordinates 37.0375°N, 80.5569°W. USGS site number: 03170000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey