Piney Run (VA) near Lovettsville
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 6.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 13.0 ft; major flooding begins at 17.0 ft.
| Action stage | 6.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 13.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 17.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 7.8 ft on Apr 16, 2011 (historic crest)
- 7.8 ft on May 16, 2014 (historic crest)
- 7.7 ft on Jun 5, 2004 (historic crest)
- 7.1 ft on May 17, 2018 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Route 833 begins to flood. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Branchriver Road begins to flood in the low spots. |
| 13.0 ft | Water approaches the intersection of Route 833 and Route 671. A couple structures are also approached by floodwaters. |
| 17.0 ft | The bridge over Harpers Ferry Road floods. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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