Nottoway River near Stony Creek
Sussex County, Virginia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 30.9 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
- 28 ft
Bridge across US Highway 301 begins to flood.
- 23 ft
Several homes just south of the gage, along US Highway 301 begin to flood.
- 17 ft
Jarratt boat ramp, approximately 5 miles upstream, has water completely covering the concrete boat launch area.
- 16 ft
Lowlands between the town of Stony Creek and VA Route 640, along both sides of VA Route 40, are flooded. Also, flood waters from the Nottoway River back up into Stony Creek and flood Main Street between Hailfax Road and Cedar Road.
- 15 ft
Minor flooding of lowlands begins in vicinity of the gage and downstream along VA Route 40.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 16, 1940 | 23.66 ft | 25,200 cfs |
| Oct 6, 1972 | 21.69 ft | 20,800 cfs |
| Sep 17, 1999 | 21.28 ft | 12,500 cfs |
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