Major Flood
13 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
10 ft
Minor Flood
8 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
8 ft
LOWLAND FLOODING OF WOODS AND FIELDS BEGINS ON RIGHT BANK DOWNSTREAM FROM GAGE.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2018 | 11.46 ft | 14,100 cfs |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 11.06 ft | 13,000 cfs |
| Apr 15, 1987 | 10.97 ft | 12,800 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SDRV2
River
Sandy River
County
Pittsylvania, VA
Coordinates
36.6194°N, 79.5044°W
Get Flood Alerts for Sandy River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Sandy River near Danville?
The Sandy River near Danville gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02074500) 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 Sandy River near Danville?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Sandy River near Danville is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when Sandy River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Sandy River near Danville 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 Sandy River near Danville gauge located?
The gauge is located in Pittsylvania County, Virginia at coordinates 36.6194°N, 79.5044°W. USGS site number: 02074500. 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