Major 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.
Moderate Flood
13 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
Significant flooding is occurring with numerous roads closed and water nearly overtopping the bridge on Route 674.
14 ft
Several structures are flooded in the Piney River area.
13 ft
Water approaches homes near Route 151 in Piney River.
11 ft
Old Rose Mill Road begins to flood, along with yards of homes near Route 151 and near Old Rose Mill Road.
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 19, 1969 | 15.8 ft | 38,000 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 14.85 ft | 27,400 cfs |
| Nov 3, 1985 | 14.63 ft | 25,200 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Piney River at Piney River?
The Piney River at Piney River gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02027500) 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 Piney River at Piney River?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Piney River at Piney River is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 14 feet.
How do I get alerts when Piney River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Piney River at Piney River 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 Piney River at Piney River gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nelson County, Virginia at coordinates 37.7022°N, 79.0278°W. USGS site number: 02027500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.