Minor Flood
6.54 ft
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: PBPV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
5.54 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8.54 ft
Purcell Road is flooded with three feet of water near Purcell Branch Creek.
6.54 ft
A foot of water is flowing over Purcell Road near Purcell Branch Creek.
5.54 ft
Purcell Road starts flooding near the bridge that goes over Purcell Branch Creek.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
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About This Gauge
NWS LID
PBPV2
River
Purcell Branch
County
Prince William, VA
Coordinates
38.6914°N, 77.4306°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Purcell Branch at Purcell Road?
The Purcell Branch at Purcell Road 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 Purcell Branch at Purcell Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Purcell Branch at Purcell Road is 6.54 feet. Action stage begins at 5.54 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Purcell Branch rises?
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Where is the Purcell Branch at Purcell Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Prince William County, Virginia at coordinates 38.6914°N, 77.4306°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Prince William County