Major Flood
21 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
29 ft
Buena Vista municipal buildings and downtown areas inundated.
21 ft
Water overflows railroad bed, allowing for extensive flooding.
19 ft
Evacuation of campers/recreational interests in city park.
17 ft
Some areas of city (along left bank) experience overflow.
13 ft
One industry (bonded fibers) begins moving equipment.
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 20, 1969 | 31.23 ft | 105,000 cfs |
| Nov 5, 1985 | 26.3 ft | 72,100 cfs |
| Jun 28, 1995 | 19.48 ft | 37,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BVSV2
River
Maury River
County
Rockbridge, VA
Coordinates
37.7625°N, 79.3917°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Maury River near Buena Vista?
The Maury River near Buena Vista gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02024000) 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 Maury River near Buena Vista?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Maury River near Buena Vista is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when Maury River rises?
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Where is the Maury River near Buena Vista gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockbridge County, Virginia at coordinates 37.7625°N, 79.3917°W. USGS site number: 02024000. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 72 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.