South River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista
Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Rockbridge County, Virginia on the South River (VA). Live water level data from USGS gauge 02023480, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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Flood Stages
Minor Flood
9.5 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
9.5 ft
ROUTE 608 CLOSED BY FLOODING.
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 27, 2024 | 9.26 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 9.26 ft | — |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 7.7 ft | — |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 7.7 ft | — |
| Apr 14, 2019 | 7.4 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
CRNV2
River
South River (VA)
County
Rockbridge, VA
Coordinates
37.8052°N, 79.3236°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of South River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista?
The South River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista gauge is maintained by USGS (site 02023480) 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 River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista?
The NWS-defined flood stage for South River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista is 9.5 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when South River (VA) rises?
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Where is the South River (VA) at Route 716 Nr Buena Vista gauge located?
The gauge is located in Rockbridge County, Virginia at coordinates 37.8052°N, 79.3236°W. USGS site number: 02023480. 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 the VDEM Flood Intel Unit