Minor 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.
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
44.5 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
17 ft
The bridge at Crymes Road is overwashed.
14 ft
The bridge at Crymes Road, about 2 miles downstream, begins to flood.
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 16, 1940 | 48 ft | — |
| Oct 11, 2018 | 37.78 ft | 55,000 cfs |
| Oct 22, 1971 | 28.3 ft | 14,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LNBV2
River
North Meherrin River
County
Lunenburg, VA
Coordinates
36.9972°N, 78.3500°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of North Meherrin River near Lunenburg?
The North Meherrin River near Lunenburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02051000) 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 Meherrin River near Lunenburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for North Meherrin River near Lunenburg is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when North Meherrin River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add North Meherrin River near Lunenburg 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 Meherrin River near Lunenburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Lunenburg County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9972°N, 78.3500°W. USGS site number: 02051000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: VA Dept. of Environmental Quality, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Flood stages have not been defined for this location.
- Stage may be affected by ice.