Watauga River near Foscoe
Flood levels
Official flood levels at this gauge: action stage begins at 7.0 ft; minor flooding begins at 9.0 ft; moderate flooding begins at 15.0 ft; major flooding begins at 19.0 ft.
| Action stage | 7.0 ft |
|---|---|
| Minor flooding | 9.0 ft |
| Moderate flooding | 15.0 ft |
| Major flooding | 19.0 ft |
Highest recorded crests
- 12.0 ft on May 19, 2018 (historic crest)
- 11.5 ft on Jun 9, 2019 (historic crest)
- 10.8 ft on Sep 25, 2011 (historic crest)
- 10.4 ft on Oct 11, 2026 (historic crest)
What the water does
National Weather Service impact statements for this gauge, in the Weather Service's own words.
| 9.0 ft | Overbank and lowland flooding along the river occurs. |
|---|---|
| 10.0 ft | Shulls Mill Road (Route 1557) near the gage starts to be flooded. |
| 16.0 ft | Extensive flooding of roads and properties along the river. |
Forecast office: NWS Blacksburg · River Forecast Center: Lower Mississippi River Forecast Center.
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