Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: NROV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
19 ft
Water reaches the Riverview Church near the river gage and begins to flood the intersection of North Fork Road and Den Hill Road.
17 ft
Portions of Plank Drive will begin to flood.
16.5 ft
water reaches the bottom of the North Fork Road bridge near the intersection with Den Hill Road.
15 ft
Portions of Lusters Gate Road begin to flood.
13 ft
Clubhouse Road begins to flood upstream of the gage. The 2100 block of North Fork Road begins to flood downstream of the gage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | 15.16 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 10.28 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
NROV2
River
N. F. Roanoke River
County
Montgomery, VA
Coordinates
37.1867°N, 80.3525°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett?
The N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett gauge is maintained by USGS 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 N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett?
The NWS-defined flood stage for N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when N. F. Roanoke River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett 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 N. F. Roanoke River near Ellett gauge located?
The gauge is located in Montgomery County, Virginia at coordinates 37.1867°N, 80.3525°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Roanoke River at Lafayette
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the VDEM Flood Intel Unit