Major Flood
25 ft
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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
20 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Floodwaters reach the track and tennis courts at Strasburg High School.
20 ft
Several roads are flooded near the river, especially south of Strasburg. Downstream, water begins to inundate the North Fork Campground. Campers and trailers will need to seek higher ground.
17 ft
Significant flooding of fields is occurring. The Strasburg River Walk is flooded.
13 ft
Agricultural flooding occurs near the river. Several low spots of Deer Rapids Road are flooded.
10 ft
Livestock fields east of Strasburg begin to flood. The livestock should be moved to higher ground. Water approaches Deer Rapids Road south of Strasburg.
7 ft
Several low water bridges over the North Fork of the Shenandoah River are covered by water. This will cut off access to homes and businesses. Residents should never attempt to drive across water-covered low water bridges!
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 7, 1996 | 32.27 ft | 114,000 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1942 | 31.2 ft | 100,000 cfs |
| Mar 17, 1936 | 30.21 ft | 89,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
STGV2
River
North Fork Shenandoah River
County
Warren, VA
Coordinates
38.9767°N, 78.3364°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Fork Shenandoah River near Strasburg?
The North Fork Shenandoah River near Strasburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01634000) 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 near Strasburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Fork Shenandoah River near Strasburg is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when North Fork Shenandoah River rises?
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Where is the North Fork Shenandoah River near Strasburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Virginia at coordinates 38.9767°N, 78.3364°W. USGS site number: 01634000. 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.