Parr Reservoir
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 266.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 267.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 270.0 ft; major flooding begins at 272.0 ft.
| Action stage | 266.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 267.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 270.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 272.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 266.4 ft on Dec 16, 2008 (historic crest)
- 266.3 ft on Sep 27, 2008 (historic crest)
- 266.2 ft on Jan 31, 2008 (historic crest)
- 266.2 ft on Dec 4, 2008 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 267.0 ft | Flood stage - water begins to flood the lowest areas along the river. |
|---|---|
| 270.0 ft | Large areas of lowland near the river flood. |
| 272.0 ft | Roads near Southern Railroad tracks flood along with one residence being flooded or being threatened by flood water. |
| 280.0 ft | New Hope Road would flood at Hellers Creek and at Cannon Creek if river level goes to a level between 280 and 290 feet. |
| 290.0 ft | Two residences and Hughey Ferry road would flood. |
Forecast office: NWS West Columbia · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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