Major Flood
21 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
18 ft
Minor Flood
15 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
28 ft
Water completely covers the first floor of several buildings near Cootes Store.
21 ft
Homes and businesses near Cootes Store begin to flood.
19 ft
Large portions of Brocks Gap Road, and parts of Turleytown Road, begin to flood.
18 ft
Water reaches buildings near Cootes Store.
15 ft
Water reaches fields near Brocks Gap Road and a campground. Low spots on Brocks Gap Road begin to flood.
10 ft
Low-lying areas near the river begin to flood.
8 ft
The river reaches bankfull level and begins to spill over into nearby portions of the floodplain.
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 6, 1996 | 27.86 ft | 63,400 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1942 | 25.3 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1985 | 25.13 ft | 49,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
COOV2
River
North Fork Shenandoah River
County
Rockingham, VA
Coordinates
38.6369°N, 78.8531°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Shenandoah River at Cootes Store?
The North Fork Shenandoah River at Cootes Store gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01632000) 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 Shenandoah River at Cootes Store?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Shenandoah River at Cootes Store is 15 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 21 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Shenandoah River rises?
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Where is the North Fork Shenandoah River at Cootes Store gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockingham County, Virginia at coordinates 38.6369°N, 78.8531°W. USGS site number: 01632000. 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.