Little River near Sparta
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 14.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 14.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 5.4 ft on Apr 16, 2011 (historic crest)
- 3.8 ft on Mar 6, 2011 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 8.0 ft | BRIDGE AT GAGE SITE (TODD ROAD) IS FLOODED. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Ohio River Forecast Center.
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