South Run at Lake Mercer
Fairfax County, Virginia
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 252 ft
Water starts to overtop the Lake Mercer Dam.
- 248 ft
Flooding of structures is possible if water enters lower levels of homes along Golden Sunet Lane, Daum Court, and Galla Knoll Circle.
- 245 ft
Lake water may approach the back of some homes, especially along Golden Sunset Lane, Daum Court, and Galla Knoll Circle.
- 240 ft
Lake water may approach a cul-de-sac on Wagon Trail Lane. All trails in Lake Mercer Park are likely flooded.
- 234 ft
Dam's auxiliary spillway is activated which may cause swift water to flood nearby downstream trails.
- 220 ft
Backwater lake flooding likely starts to affect canoe ramps, trails, and gated service roads in Lake Mercer Park.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2011 | 228.03 ft | — |
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