Kerrs Creek near Lexington
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 15.4 ft on Jun 28, 1995 (historic crest)
- 13.4 ft on Aug 19, 1969 (historic crest)
- 11.8 ft on Aug 23, 2020 (historic crest)
- 11.6 ft on Jun 15, 2004 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Low water bridges upstream of the gage are flooded. |
|---|---|
| 8.0 ft | MINOR LOWLAND FLOODING BEGINS. |
| 11.0 ft | PORTIONS OF ROUTE 638..631..624 AND 751 ARE FLOODED. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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