Major Flood
25 ft
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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
20 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
13 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Numerous homes, buildings, and roads are flooded along the river west and southwest of Luray, along with many acres of farmland.
20 ft
Water approaches homes and buildings south of Luray. Backyards of homes at the lower end of Egypt Bend Estates are flooded, and much of Ganders Drive and Kaufmann Mill Road are flooded.
17 ft
Water covers the entire parking area at the Bixlers Ferry boat launch.
16 ft
Portions of Kaufmann Mill Road, Ganders Drive, and Egypt Bend Road begin to flood.
14 ft
Water covers yards and fields near the river southwest of Luray.
13 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat ramp under the Route 211 bridge.
11 ft
Water reaches the top of the boat ramp at Bixlers Ferry.
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 7, 1996 | 26.95 ft | 11,200 cfs |
| Nov 4, 1985 | 26.72 ft | 110,000 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1942 | 25.7 ft | 100,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SFSV2
River
South Fork Shenandoah River
County
Page, VA
Coordinates
38.6461°N, 78.5350°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Shenandoah River at Luray?
The South Fork Shenandoah River at Luray gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01629500) 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 Shenandoah River at Luray?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Shenandoah River at Luray is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 13 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 20 feet, and major flooding at 25 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Shenandoah River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Shenandoah River at Luray gauge located?
The gauge is located in Page County, Virginia at coordinates 38.6461°N, 78.5350°W. USGS site number: 01629500. 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.