Major Flood
17 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
14 ft
Minor Flood
11 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
12 ft
Rye Hollow Road closed by flooding.
11 ft
Route 42 flooded between White Gate and Poplar Hill.
10 ft
Flooding of low lying areas along Flat Hollow Road begins.
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 14, 1878 | 23.5 ft | 40,000 cfs |
| Jun 4, 1992 | 19.28 ft | 25,000 cfs |
| Mar 13, 2010 | 17.92 ft | 20,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Walker Creek at Bane?
The Walker Creek at Bane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03173000) 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 Walker Creek at Bane?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Walker Creek at Bane is 11 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 14 feet, and major flooding at 17 feet.
How do I get alerts when Walker Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Walker Creek at Bane 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 Walker Creek at Bane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Giles County, Virginia at coordinates 37.2681°N, 80.7097°W. USGS site number: 03173000. 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