Major Flood
11 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
9 ft
Minor Flood
6.5 ft
Action Stage
5 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
Max Meadows Road (Route 121) closed by flooding south of Max Meadows.
7 ft
Flooding may occur in the Max Meadows area upstream of the gage.
6.5 ft
Roads are closed in the Max Meadows area.
6 ft
Lowland flooding occurs in mainly rural areas.
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 4, 1977 | 10.01 ft | 14,000 cfs |
| Apr 20, 2015 | 9.14 ft | 11,600 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1992 | 9.07 ft | 8,560 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Reed Creek at Grahams Forge?
The Reed Creek at Grahams Forge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03167000) 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 Reed Creek at Grahams Forge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Reed Creek at Grahams Forge is 6.5 feet. Action stage begins at 5 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 9 feet, and major flooding at 11 feet.
How do I get alerts when Reed Creek rises?
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Where is the Reed Creek at Grahams Forge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Wythe County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9394°N, 80.8869°W. USGS site number: 03167000. 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