Cowpasture River near Clifton Forge
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 10.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 15.0 ft; major flooding begins at 18.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 18.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 19.1 ft on Nov 5, 1985 (historic crest)
- 18.6 ft on Mar 18, 1936 (historic crest)
- 16.9 ft on Sep 7, 1996 (historic crest)
- 15.7 ft on Aug 20, 1969 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Lowland flooding occurs along much of the river. |
|---|---|
| 12.0 ft | Parts of Riverland Road and Bluebird Lane upstream from the gage begin to flood. |
| 15.0 ft | Some homes and properties upstream from the gage may be affected by flooding. |
| 18.0 ft | Extensive flooding of the road and homes threatened along parts of Riverland Road and Bluebird Lane upstream from the gage. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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