Rivanna River at Palmyra
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 15.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 17.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 25.0 ft; major flooding begins at 32.0 ft.
| Action stage | 15.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 25.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 32.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 39.9 ft on Aug 20, 1969 (historic crest)
- 37.3 ft on Jun 22, 1972 (historic crest)
- 36.5 ft on Oct 16, 1942 (historic crest)
- 33.4 ft on Apr 26, 1937 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 17.0 ft | Bankfull and flood stage. Overflow begins on right bank, affecting adjacent farmland and floodplain |
|---|---|
| 18.0 ft | River out of banks at Palmyra with flooding of town boat launch and upstream at Crofton Boat Ramp. |
| 22.0 ft | Farmland flooded downstream, including a section of Carysbrook Road. |
| 44.5 ft | River stage sensor operating limit |
Forecast office: NWS Wakefield · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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