Maury River near Buena Vista
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 13.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 19.0 ft; major flooding begins at 21.0 ft.
| Action stage | 13.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 19.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 21.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 31.2 ft on Aug 20, 1969 (historic crest)
- 26.3 ft on Nov 5, 1985 (historic crest)
- 19.5 ft on Jun 28, 1995 (historic crest)
- 19.0 ft on Apr 22, 1992 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 13.0 ft | One industry (bonded fibers) begins moving equipment. |
|---|---|
| 17.0 ft | Some areas of city (along left bank) experience overflow. |
| 19.0 ft | Evacuation of campers/recreational interests in city park. |
| 21.0 ft | Water overflows railroad bed, allowing for extensive flooding. |
| 29.0 ft | Buena Vista municipal buildings and downtown areas inundated. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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