South Fork New River near Jefferson
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 8.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 12.0 ft; major flooding begins at 16.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 8.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 12.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 16.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 22.5 ft on Aug 14, 1940 (historic crest)
- 18.3 ft on Sep 27, 2024 (historic crest)
- 18.0 ft on Jul 15, 1916 (historic crest)
- 14.8 ft on Nov 7, 1977 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 6.0 ft | Several low water bridges are flooded including Hartzog Ford Road. |
|---|---|
| 7.0 ft | Rustic Road bridge is flooded. |
| 8.0 ft | Fulton Reeves Road closed due to flooding. |
| 9.0 ft | Garvey Bridge Road is flooded downstream. |
| 10.0 ft | Several campgrounds and roads leading in to them are likely affected by flooding. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Ohio River Forecast Center.
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