Rappahannock River at Tappahannock (IN MLLW)
Stage at this gauge is reported IN MLLW.
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 2.5 ft; minor flooding begins at 3.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 3.5 ft; major flooding begins at 4.0 ft.
| Action stage | 2.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 3.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 3.5 ft |
| Major flooding | 4.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 4.2 ft on Oct 12, 2025 (historic crest)
- 4.0 ft on Oct 30, 2025 (historic crest)
- 4.0 ft on Sep 22, 2024 (historic crest)
- 3.9 ft on Sep 24, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 3.0 ft | June Parker Marina begins to flood. Minor flooding occurs on Island Farm Road, River Place and Fort Lowry Lane. |
|---|---|
| 3.5 ft | June Parker Marina flooded. Coleman's Island Road begins to flood. Homes on Island Farm become inaccessible due to high water across Island Farm Road. Homes become inaccessbile on River Place and Fort Lowry Lane due to high water. |
| 4.0 ft | Flood waters surround homes on River Place and Fort Lowry Lane. Homes along Shellfield Road and Coleman's Island Road become inaccessible due to high water. |
Forecast office: NWS Wakefield · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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