Dan River near Wentworth
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 17.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 19.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 25.0 ft; major flooding begins at 29.0 ft.
| Action stage | 17.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 19.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 29.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 31.6 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 28.4 ft on Feb 7, 2020 (historic crest)
- 28.1 ft on Sep 23, 1979 (historic crest)
- 27.8 ft on Sep 18, 1945 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 0.8 ft | Low operational limit of gage |
|---|---|
| 19.0 ft | Minor flood stage. Flooding of lowlands and one or two roads. |
| 19.5 ft | Dan Valley Road and River Road in Madison are closed by floodwaters. |
| 22.0 ft | Portions of Dan Valley Road and and Water Street in Mayodan are affected by high water. |
| 23.0 ft | Significant flooding throughout Dan River valley. |
| 25.0 ft | Moderate flood stage. Water reaches base of deck at nearby home. |
| 27.0 ft | Water reaches top of the outside staff gage on USGS well house. |
| 29.0 ft | Major flood stage. Water begins to enter residence near the gage house. |
| 31.6 ft | Flood of record. Hurricane Agnes June 22, 1972. |
| 35.2 ft | High operational limit of gage |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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