Major Flood
14 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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Several cabins along River Beach Road upstream from the gage are threatened by flood waters.
12 ft
Significant flooding of campgrounds upstream.
11 ft
Route 634 (Grinders Mill Road) on right bank may become flooded.
9 ft
Minor overbank flooding, some campgrounds upstream begin to be affected.
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 13, 1940 | 25.7 ft | 141,000 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 21.26 ft | 108,000 cfs |
| Nov 5, 1977 | 18.59 ft | 91,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of New River at Galax?
The New River at Galax gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03164000) 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 New River at Galax?
The NWS-defined flood stage for New River at Galax is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when New River rises?
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Where is the New River at Galax gauge located?
The gauge is located in Grayson County, Virginia at coordinates 36.6472°N, 80.9792°W. USGS site number: 03164000. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.