Back Creek (Bath Co. VA) near Mountain Grove
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 10.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.4 ft on Jan 19, 1996 (historic crest)
- 11.2 ft on Nov 4, 1985 (historic crest)
- 10.8 ft on Mar 7, 1967 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Dec 26, 1973 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 11.0 ft | Water begins to flood across portions of Route 39. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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