Big Otter River near Evington
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 16.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 19.0 ft.
| Action stage | 16.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 19.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 29.9 ft on Jun 23, 1995 (historic crest)
- 25.0 ft on Sep 8, 1987 (historic crest)
- 23.1 ft on Oct 19, 1937 (historic crest)
- 23.1 ft on Aug 19, 1939 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 19.0 ft | FLOODING OF LOWLAND FIELDS AND AND AGRICULTURAL LAND. |
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Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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