Major Flood
16 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
14 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
Route 55 is flooded and impassible near Buckton. Homes and fields nearby, and throughout the Passage Creek valley, are also flooded.
14 ft
Water reaches a home near Passage Creek in Buckton. Numerous roads and agricultural areas are flooded.
12 ft
Outbuildings near the creek in Buckton begin to flood. Water also begins to surpass a retaining wall near Route 55, which will allow for additional areas to flood.
11 ft
Fort Valley Road and several other access roads off Fort Valley Road are all flooded, some with two feet of water or more. Water approaches the bridge at the Elizabeth Furnace area, and a driveway near Route 55.
10.5 ft
Fort Valley Road begins to flood in spots between Buckton and Fort Valley.
9 ft
Several driveways, roads, and campsites near Passage Creek between Buckton and Fort Valley begin to flood. This includes Ramsey Road, Spring Mountain Way, and Veach Gap Road.
8 ft
Water overflows the banks, but no impacts are observed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 15.89 ft | 23,000 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1942 | 15.5 ft | 21,000 cfs |
| Mar 16, 1936 | 14.29 ft | 17,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Passage Creek near Buckton?
The Passage Creek near Buckton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01635500) 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 Passage Creek near Buckton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Passage Creek near Buckton is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 16 feet.
How do I get alerts when Passage Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Passage Creek near Buckton 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 Passage Creek near Buckton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Warren County, Virginia at coordinates 38.9581°N, 78.2669°W. USGS site number: 01635500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.