North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Loudoun County, Virginia on the North Fork Catoctin Creek. Live water level data from USGS gauge 01638420, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
16 ft
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Floodwaters approach Route 9 in Wheatland.
14 ft
Route 681 near the gage is flooded.
11 ft
Route 752 near Waterford begins to flood. Route 287 may also be flooded.
9 ft
The creek overflows both banks into adjacent fields.
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 27, 2004 | 10.97 ft | 2,170 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2004 | 10.97 ft | 2,170 cfs |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 10.91 ft | 2,150 cfs |
| Sep 22, 2003 | 10.91 ft | 2,150 cfs |
| May 16, 2014 | 10.14 ft | 1,866 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WNFV2
River
North Fork Catoctin Creek
County
Loudoun, VA
Coordinates
39.2050°N, 77.6239°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford?
The North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01638420) 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 North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Catoctin Creek rises?
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Where is the North Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Loudoun County, Virginia at coordinates 39.2050°N, 77.6239°W. USGS site number: 01638420. 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