Major Flood
4.5 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: SMSV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
4 ft
Minor Flood
3.5 ft
Action Stage
3.25 ft
What Floods at Each Level
4.5 ft
Water reaches the the top step of the home next to Smithfield Station. Residents in townhomes on the water must wade through water to reach their homes. Church Street and the parking lots at Smithfield Station are covered in up to two feet of water.
4 ft
Church Street in front of Smithfield Station becomes impassable.
3.75 ft
Church Street in front of Smithfield Station begins to flood. The intersection of Luter Drive and Commerce Road by Smithfield Center becomes impassable. Rescue Road in Battery Park is flooded and impassable.
3.5 ft
Water partially floods the parking lot around Smithfield Station and starts to flood the sides of several roads in the area.
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 12, 2025 | 5.21 ft | — |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 4.42 ft | — |
| May 10, 2024 | 4.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
SMSV2
River
Pagan River
County
Isle of Wight, VA
Coordinates
36.9823°N, 76.6211°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pagan River at Smithfield Station (IN MLLW)?
The Pagan River at Smithfield Station (IN MLLW) gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Pagan River at Smithfield Station (IN MLLW)?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pagan River at Smithfield Station (IN MLLW) is 3.5 feet. Action stage begins at 3.25 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 4 feet, and major flooding at 4.5 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pagan River rises?
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Where is the Pagan River at Smithfield Station (IN MLLW) gauge located?
The gauge is located in Isle of Wight County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9823°N, 76.6211°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: VA Depart. of Emergency Management
- The tide heights shown above reference the <a href="https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/datum_options.html"> mean lower low water (MLLW) </a> tidal datum.