Major Flood
15 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
18 ft
Water completely covers the Route 698 bridge and floods residences in Waterford.
17 ft
Water approaches Route 9 between Paeonian Springs and Hillsboro.
15 ft
Floodwaters approach the water treatment plant in Waterford.
10 ft
Water approaches a building on Main Street in Waterford.
9 ft
Portions of Route 662 begin to flood near the creek.
8 ft
Lowland fields near the creek flood.
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 22, 2003 | 12.1 ft | 5,700 cfs |
| Sep 27, 2004 | 11.24 ft | 4,210 cfs |
| May 16, 2014 | 11.05 ft | 3,825 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
WATV2
River
South Fork Catoctin Creek
County
Loudoun, VA
Coordinates
39.1911°N, 77.6156°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford?
The South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01638350) 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 South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford is 8 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 10 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Catoctin Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford 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 South Fork Catoctin Creek near Waterford gauge located?
The gauge is located in Loudoun County, Virginia at coordinates 39.1911°N, 77.6156°W. USGS site number: 01638350. 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.