South Fork Holston River at Riverside nr Chilhowie
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 7.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 9.0 ft; major flooding begins at 11.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 7.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 11.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 10.9 ft on Sep 27, 2024 (historic crest)
- 10.2 ft on Nov 6, 1977 (historic crest)
- 9.0 ft on Jun 12, 1923 (historic crest)
- 8.9 ft on Apr 5, 1977 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 7.0 ft | ROUTE 660 DOWNSTREAM FROM THE GAGE BEGINS TO FLOOD. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | FLOODING OF ROUTE 660 NEAR THE GAGE. |
| 12.0 ft | WATER REACHES THE UNDERSIDE OF THE ROUTE 645 BRIDGE AT THE GAGE. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Lower Mississippi River Forecast Center.
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