James River (VA) at Scottsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 11.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 20.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 22.0 ft; major flooding begins at 24.0 ft.
| Action stage | 11.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 20.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 22.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 24.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 34.0 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 31.8 ft on Nov 6, 1985 (historic crest)
- 30.0 ft on Aug 20, 1969 (historic crest)
- 28.2 ft on Sep 7, 1996 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | Levee pumping operations begin |
|---|---|
| 17.0 ft | Ferry Street gate is closed. |
| 22.0 ft | Main Street gate is closed. |
| 27.0 ft | Top of flood wall. Town of Scottsville evacuated |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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