Major Flood
27 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
22 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
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.
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 | 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Rockfish River near Greenfield?
The Rockfish River near Greenfield gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02028500) 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 Rockfish River near Greenfield?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Rockfish River near Greenfield is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 22 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Rockfish River rises?
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Where is the Rockfish River near Greenfield gauge located?
The gauge is located in Nelson County, Virginia at coordinates 37.8694°N, 78.8236°W. USGS site number: 02028500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.