Ararat River at Mt Airy
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 18.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.5 ft; moderate flooding begins at 22.0 ft; major flooding begins at 27.5 ft.
| Action stage | 18.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.5 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 27.5 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 28.9 ft on Aug 2, 2026 (historic crest)
- 23.7 ft on Aug 28, 2023 (historic crest)
- 20.9 ft on Jan 9, 2024 (historic crest)
- 16.0 ft on Sep 27, 2024 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 19.0 ft | Portions of Riverside Park begin to flood. |
|---|---|
| 23.0 ft | Water begins to flood Riverside Drive near East Pine Street. |
| 24.0 ft | Water begins to surround homes and businesses along Riverside Drive and East Pine Street. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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