Rockfish River near Greenfield
Nelson County, Virginia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 30 ft
Water covers bridges on Adial Road, State Route 6, and US 29. Major flooding of roads, fields, and structures is occurring. Levels are comparable to Hurricane Camille in 1969.
- 27 ft
Significant flooding is occurring, with numerous road closures.
- 23 ft
Water is up to the guardrail on Adial Road near the gauge. Several sections of Route 617 are flooded with 4 to 10 feet of water.
- 22 ft
Water begins to cover the Nelson County Wayside on US Highway 29.
- 19 ft
Several sections of Route 617 are flooded near the river.
- 14 ft
Multiple portions of Route 617, along with nearby fields, are flooded.
- 12 ft
Water begins to cover a portion of Route 617 near the river. Nearby fields are also flooded.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 19, 1969 | 33.2 ft | 70,000 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1942 | 25.4 ft | 30,000 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1972 | 20.11 ft | 17,500 cfs |
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