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
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
Minor lowland flooding is the only impact at flood stage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 1947 | 15.8 ft | 17,200 cfs |
| Oct 18, 1937 | 14.33 ft | 14,300 cfs |
| Aug 17, 1985 | 14.22 ft | 14,100 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NMRV2
River
North Mayo River
County
Henry, VA
Coordinates
36.5681°N, 79.9872°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Mayo River near Spencer?
The North Mayo River near Spencer gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02070000) 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 Mayo River near Spencer?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Mayo River near Spencer is 8 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 North Mayo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add North Mayo River near Spencer 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 North Mayo River near Spencer gauge located?
The gauge is located in Henry County, Virginia at coordinates 36.5681°N, 79.9872°W. USGS site number: 02070000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Mayo River near Price
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey