Major Flood
24 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
15.5 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
24 ft
Water goes over the bridge at the gauge site. Major flooding is occurring.
18 ft
Extensive lowland flooding is occurring near Locust Dale.
15.5 ft
A private drive across from the gauge site begins to flood. This may affect access to a large area of property and farmland.
14 ft
Multiple spots on Route 721 are flooded, along with other nearby low lying land. Access may be affected for residents.
11 ft
Water covers a portion of Route 721 /Robinson River Road/. Agricultural flooding also begins nearby.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 1996 | 23.92 ft | 22,100 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1942 | 23.9 ft | 44,000 cfs |
| Jun 26, 1995 | 22.93 ft | 25,400 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LOCV2
River
Robinson River
County
Madison, VA
Coordinates
38.3250°N, 78.0958°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Robinson River near Locust Dale?
The Robinson River near Locust Dale gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01666500) 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 Robinson River near Locust Dale?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Robinson River near Locust Dale is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15.5 feet, and major flooding at 24 feet.
How do I get alerts when Robinson River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Robinson River near Locust Dale 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 Robinson River near Locust Dale gauge located?
The gauge is located in Madison County, Virginia at coordinates 38.3250°N, 78.0958°W. USGS site number: 01666500. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey
- Stage may be affected by ice.