Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PICV2). 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
13 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
What Floods at Each Level
17.8 ft
Portions of Main Street are completely inundated, and water begins to enter businesses on the opposite side of the street from the river.
16.5 ft
Water enters some structures and businesses on the same side of Main Street as the river.
14 ft
Businesses and a residence at Boggs Hollow Road near the confluence of North Fork Pound River and South Fork Pound River take water. Flooding of yards along South River Road.
11.5 ft
Water enters the bottom of the gage house. Flooding of yards along the river is occurring.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2022 | 17.86 ft | — |
| Feb 15, 2025 | 17.09 ft | — |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 15.35 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
PICV2
River
Pound River
County
Wise, VA
Coordinates
37.1239°N, 82.6081°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound?
The Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound 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 Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound is 13 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Pound River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound 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 Pound River above Indian Creek near Pound gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wise County, Virginia at coordinates 37.1239°N, 82.6081°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.