Major Flood
34 ft
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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
30 ft
Minor Flood
24 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Water starts to reach base of Randolph Post Office.
25 ft
Water is several feet deep on portions of river road and black walnut road.
24 ft
Widespread lowland flooding in fields on left bank and woods on right bank.
22 ft
Black Walnut Road in Halifax County may flood due to overflow or backwater on Black Walnut Creek.
21 ft
Water approaches River Road (Route 607) south of Randolph, mainly overflow or backwater from Roanoke Creek
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 15, 1940 | 41.6 ft | 150,000 cfs |
| Dec 30, 1901 | 35 ft | 97,000 cfs |
| Sep 7, 1996 | 34.92 ft | 89,150 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Roanoke River at Randolph?
The Roanoke River at Randolph gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02066000) 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 Roanoke River at Randolph?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Roanoke River at Randolph is 24 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 34 feet.
How do I get alerts when Roanoke River rises?
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Where is the Roanoke River at Randolph gauge located?
The gauge is located in Halifax County, Virginia at coordinates 36.9150°N, 78.7411°W. USGS site number: 02066000. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.