Johns Creek at New Castle
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 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 15.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 10.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 15.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.9 ft on Sep 28, 2004 (historic crest)
- 12.5 ft on Jun 21, 1972 (historic crest)
- 12.0 ft on Nov 4, 1985 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Jan 19, 1996 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | Minor flooding along right bank begins. |
|---|---|
| 9.5 ft | Water reaches the base of the USGS gage house on right bank. |
| 13.0 ft | Water reaches the bottom of the Route 615 bridge. |
| 18.0 ft | Water covers the Route 615 bridge. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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