South Fork Shenandoah River near Lynnwood
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 14.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 16.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 17.0 ft; major flooding begins at 20.0 ft.
| Action stage | 14.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 16.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 17.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 20.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 30.8 ft on Sep 7, 1996 (historic crest)
- 29.5 ft on Nov 5, 1985 (historic crest)
- 27.2 ft on Oct 15, 1942 (historic crest)
- 26.6 ft on Mar 18, 1936 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 14.0 ft | Water begins to overflow the banks but little impact is observed. |
|---|---|
| 16.0 ft | Lowlands near the river, and low spots of Power Dam Road, begin to flood. |
| 17.0 ft | Farmland on both banks of the river begin to flood between Lynnwood and Port Republic. Water covers Flank Circle in Lynnwood and approaches homes in that area. Portions of Power Dam Road and Captain Yancey Road between Lynnwood and Berrytown are also flooded. |
| 20.0 ft | Several homes and other buildings between Lynnwood and Elkton are flooded. Significant agricultural flooding is occurring on both sides of the river. |
| 22.0 ft | Numerous homes are flooded between Lynnwood and Elkton, including in Berrytown. Numerous roads along and crossing the river are also flooded. Water is also approaching railroad tracks south of Elkton. |
| 25.0 ft | Water reaches homes in Elkton off Old Spottswood Trail. Water also approaches the Island Ford Road bridge near Berrytown. Numerous other structures and roads are inundated by this major flood. |
Forecast office: NWS Sterling · River Forecast Center: Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.
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