Major Flood
18 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
25 ft
Water reaches the floor of the Highway 700 bridge.
15 ft
Dobyns Road..Commerce St. and New Hope Church Road near Stuart are flooded.
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 21, 1979 | 22 ft | 20,600 cfs |
| Aug 17, 1985 | 20.89 ft | 18,100 cfs |
| Jun 20, 1972 | 18.32 ft | 12,500 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
NTLV2
River
South Mayo River
County
Patrick, VA
Coordinates
36.5708°N, 80.1297°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South Mayo River near Nettleridge?
The South Mayo River near Nettleridge gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02069700) 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 Mayo River near Nettleridge?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South Mayo River near Nettleridge is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when South Mayo River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add South Mayo River near Nettleridge 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 Mayo River near Nettleridge gauge located?
The gauge is located in Patrick County, Virginia at coordinates 36.5708°N, 80.1297°W. USGS site number: 02069700. 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