Major Flood
20 ft
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
17 ft
Minor Flood
16 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water reaches homes in Elkton off Old Spottswood Trail. Water also approaches the Island Ford Road bridge near Berrytown. Numerous other structures and roads are inundated by this major flood.
22 ft
Numerous homes are flooded between Lynnwood and Elkton, including in Berrytown. Numerous roads along and crossing the river are also flooded. Water is also approaching railroad tracks south of Elkton.
20 ft
Several homes and other buildings between Lynnwood and Elkton are flooded. Significant agricultural flooding is occurring on both sides of the river.
17 ft
Farmland on both banks of the river begin to flood between Lynnwood and Port Republic. Water covers Flank Circle in Lynnwood and approaches homes in that area. Portions of Power Dam Road and Captain Yancey Road between Lynnwood and Berrytown are also flooded.
16 ft
Lowlands near the river, and low spots of Power Dam Road, begin to flood.
14 ft
Water begins to overflow the banks but little impact is observed.
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 6, 1996 | 30.84 ft | 107,000 cfs |
| Nov 4, 1985 | 29.46 ft | 95,100 cfs |
| Oct 15, 1942 | 27.2 ft | 80,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
LYWV2
River
South Fork Shenandoah River
County
Rockingham, VA
Coordinates
38.3225°N, 78.7550°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Fork Shenandoah River near Lynnwood?
The South Fork Shenandoah River near Lynnwood gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01628500) 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 near Lynnwood?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Fork Shenandoah River near Lynnwood is 16 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 17 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Fork Shenandoah River rises?
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Where is the South Fork Shenandoah River near Lynnwood gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockingham County, Virginia at coordinates 38.3225°N, 78.7550°W. USGS site number: 01628500. 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.