Rivanna River at Palmyra
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Fluvanna County, Virginia on the Rivanna River. Live water level data from USGS gauge 02034000, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Major Flood
32 ft
50,800 cfs
Moderate Flood
25 ft
25,900 cfs
Minor Flood
17 ft
11,100 cfs
Action Stage
15 ft
9,540 cfs
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
44.5 ft
River stage sensor operating limit
22 ft
Farmland flooded downstream, including a section of Carysbrook Road.
18 ft
River out of banks at Palmyra with flooding of town boat launch and upstream at Crofton Boat Ramp.
17 ft
Bankfull and flood stage. Overflow begins on right bank, affecting adjacent farmland and floodplain
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 | 39.85 ft | 86,000 cfs |
| Aug 19, 1969 | 39.85 ft | 86,000 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 37.34 ft | 73,400 cfs |
| Jun 21, 1972 | 37.34 ft | 73,400 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1942 | 36.5 ft | 78,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
PYAV2
River
Rivanna River
County
Fluvanna, VA
Coordinates
37.8578°N, 78.2661°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rivanna River at Palmyra?
The Rivanna River at Palmyra gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02034000) 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 Rivanna River at Palmyra?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rivanna River at Palmyra is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rivanna River rises?
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Where is the Rivanna River at Palmyra gauge located?
The gauge is located in Fluvanna County, Virginia at coordinates 37.8578°N, 78.2661°W. USGS site number: 02034000. 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, Observations courtesy of U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 72 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.
- Stage may be affected by ice.