Minor Flood
10 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: UJCV2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15.5 ft
The bridge at the gage becomes flooded.
13 ft
Johns Creek Road near the gage becomes inundated.
12 ft
Portions of Johns Creek Road are flooded.
11.5 ft
The driveway bridge on Johns Creek Road is flooded. Other bridges may become affected as well.
11 ft
Extensive lowland and agricultural land flooding occurs.
9.5 ft
Some fileds begin to flood within the watershed.
7 ft
Bankfull stage.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | 11.64 ft | — |
| Sep 27, 2024 | 10.73 ft | — |
| May 7, 2013 | 7.9 ft | -9,999 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
UJCV2
River
Upper Johns Creek
County
Craig, VA
Coordinates
37.4565°N, 80.3198°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Upper Johns Creek below Maggie?
The Upper Johns Creek below Maggie gauge is maintained by USGS 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 Upper Johns Creek below Maggie?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Upper Johns Creek below Maggie is 10 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 Upper Johns Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Upper Johns Creek below Maggie 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 Upper Johns Creek below Maggie gauge located?
The gauge is located in Craig County, Virginia at coordinates 37.4565°N, 80.3198°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: Johns Creek at New Castle
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of the VDEM Flood Intel Unit