Minor Flood
11 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.
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20.8 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
13 ft
Paige Road, about 1/2 mile west of the river begins 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 1928 | 19.5 ft | 15,000 cfs |
| Jun 22, 1972 | 18.95 ft | 13,400 cfs |
| Oct 16, 1942 | 17.45 ft | 10,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BWLV2
River
Mattaponi River
County
Caroline, VA
Coordinates
38.0617°N, 77.3861°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Mattaponi River at Bowling Green?
The Mattaponi River at Bowling Green gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01674000) 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 Mattaponi River at Bowling Green?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Mattaponi River at Bowling Green is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Mattaponi River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Mattaponi River at Bowling Green 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 Mattaponi River at Bowling Green gauge located?
The gauge is located in Caroline County, Virginia at coordinates 38.0617°N, 77.3861°W. USGS site number: 01674000. 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.