Watauga River at Aldridge Road
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 5.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 6.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 9.0 ft; major flooding begins at 12.0 ft.
| Action stage | 5.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 6.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 12.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 9.0 ft on Oct 11, 2026 (historic crest)
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Lower Mississippi River Forecast Center.
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