Smith River at Smith River Church near Woolwine
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 8.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 11.0 ft; major flooding begins at 13.0 ft.
| Action stage | 8.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 11.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 13.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 16.1 ft on Sep 29, 2015 (historic crest)
- 12.3 ft on Sep 17, 2018 (historic crest)
- 12.2 ft on Sep 28, 2004 (historic crest)
- 12.2 ft on Oct 11, 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 | The river floods SR 615 Jacks Creek Road south of Woolwine. |
|---|
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Southeast River Forecast Center.
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