Big Reed Island Creek at Silverleaf Road
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.4 ft on Aug 2, 2026 (historic crest)
- 7.5 ft on Oct 11, 2026 (historic crest)
- 7.5 ft on Sep 27, 2024 (historic crest)
- 6.2 ft on Aug 7, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Water approaches portions of River Road upstream of the stream gage. |
|---|---|
| 7.0 ft | Low-lying portions of River Road begin to flood. |
| 10.0 ft | Multiple locations along River Road are flooded and impassible. Water reaches the base of a home about one quarter mile upstream from Silver Leaf Road. |
| 13.0 ft | Multiple homes are surrounded by water, with the basements of some homes becoming flooded. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Ohio River Forecast Center.
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