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
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
13 ft
Water reaches the bridge over Muddy Creek in Mount Clinton.
10 ft
Muddy Creek Road begins to flood in multiple places.
9 ft
A barn near Mount Clinton is flooded.
8 ft
Livestock fields are flooded in Mount Clinton.
7 ft
Water begins to encroach on livestock fields in Mount Clinton. Livestock should be moved to higher ground.
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 5, 1996 | 10.37 ft | 3,850 cfs |
| Jun 3, 2016 | 9.84 ft | 3,240 cfs |
| Sep 18, 2003 | 8.68 ft | 2,550 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
MUDV2
River
Muddy Creek
County
Rockingham, VA
Coordinates
38.4867°N, 78.9606°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton?
The Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01621050) 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 Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 12 feet.
How do I get alerts when Muddy Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton 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 Muddy Creek at Mount Clinton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockingham County, Virginia at coordinates 38.4867°N, 78.9606°W. USGS site number: 01621050. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.