Roanoke River at Randolph
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 21.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 24.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 30.0 ft; major flooding begins at 34.0 ft.
| Action stage | 21.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 24.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 30.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 34.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 41.6 ft on Aug 16, 1940 (historic crest)
- 35.0 ft on Dec 31, 1901 (historic crest)
- 34.9 ft on Sep 7, 1996 (historic crest)
- 33.2 ft on Sep 10, 1987 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 21.0 ft | Water approaches River Road (Route 607) south of Randolph, mainly overflow or backwater from Roanoke Creek |
|---|---|
| 22.0 ft | Black Walnut Road in Halifax County may flood due to overflow or backwater on Black Walnut Creek. |
| 24.0 ft | Widespread lowland flooding in fields on left bank and woods on right bank. |
| 25.0 ft | Water is several feet deep on portions of river road and black walnut road. |
| 30.0 ft | Water starts to reach base of Randolph Post Office. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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