Major Flood
29 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
25 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
35 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
29 ft
Water flows over the Gholson Bridge on Iron Bridge Rd.
19 ft
Diamond Grove Road becomes impassable at the Genito Creek Bridge due to high water.
15 ft
Pasture land north of the river, downstream of the gage, 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 16, 1940 | 42 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| Oct 6, 1972 | 32.99 ft | 20,000 cfs |
| Apr 27, 1978 | 31.91 ft | 18,600 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LAWV2
River
Meherrin River
County
Brunswick, VA
Coordinates
36.7167°N, 77.8319°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Meherrin River near Lawrenceville?
The Meherrin River near Lawrenceville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02051500) 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 Meherrin River near Lawrenceville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Meherrin River near Lawrenceville is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 29 feet.
How do I get alerts when Meherrin River rises?
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Where is the Meherrin River near Lawrenceville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Brunswick County, Virginia at coordinates 36.7167°N, 77.8319°W. USGS site number: 02051500. 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.