Opequon Creek near Berryville
Frederick County, Virginia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 15 ft
Floodwaters cover numerous roads and a large area of farmland near the creek. Backwater flooding is likely covering even more farmland.
- 13 ft
Water approaches the intersection of Brucetown Road and Shady Creek Road. The bridge itself is still well above water.
- 12.5 ft
Numerous roads are flooded, along with a fairly large area of farmland. Access to some homes may be restricted.
- 10 ft
Both Old Charles Town Road and Sulphur Springs Road are flooded near the creek.
- 9 ft
Water begins to overflow the banks near the gauge and covers portions of Old Charles Town Road (Route 761).
- 8 ft
Water covers the low water bridge on Charles Town Road at the county border.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 1942 | 18.4 ft | — |
| May 16, 2014 | 16.09 ft | 5,261 cfs |
| Sep 28, 2004 | 13.57 ft | 3,680 cfs |
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