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
11 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
6 ft
What Floods at Each Level
11 ft
Joplin Road /Route 619/ is covered by water at the bridge. A couple feet of water will be flowing over the road nearby.
9 ft
Water approaches Joplin Road /Route 619/ at the creek.
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 12, 2020 | 12.04 ft | 4,890 cfs |
| May 5, 1989 | 11.62 ft | — |
| Jun 20, 1972 | 11.35 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
INHV2
River
South Fork Quantico Creek
County
Prince William, VA
Coordinates
38.5872°N, 77.4289°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Quantico Creek near Independent Hill?
The South Fork Quantico Creek near Independent Hill gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01658500) 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 Quantico Creek near Independent Hill?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Quantico Creek near Independent Hill is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 6 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 11 feet, and major flooding at 13 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Quantico Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Fork Quantico Creek near Independent Hill 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 Quantico Creek near Independent Hill gauge located?
The gauge is located in Prince William County, Virginia at coordinates 38.5872°N, 77.4289°W. USGS site number: 01658500. 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.