Major Flood
17 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
9 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17 ft
The bridge over Harpers Ferry Road floods.
13 ft
Water approaches the intersection of Route 833 and Route 671. A couple structures are also approached by floodwaters.
10 ft
Branchriver Road begins to flood in the low spots.
9 ft
Route 833 begins to flood.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2011 | 7.8 ft | 828 cfs |
| May 15, 2014 | 7.79 ft | 826 cfs |
| Jun 4, 2004 | 7.66 ft | 685 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LVTV2
River
Piney Run (VA)
County
Loudoun, VA
Coordinates
39.3108°N, 77.7186°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Piney Run (VA) near Lovettsville?
The Piney Run (VA) near Lovettsville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01636690) 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 Run (VA) near Lovettsville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Piney Run (VA) near Lovettsville is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Piney Run (VA) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Piney Run (VA) near Lovettsville 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 Run (VA) near Lovettsville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Loudoun County, Virginia at coordinates 39.3108°N, 77.7186°W. USGS site number: 01636690. 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.