Is the Back Creek flooding?
The Back Creek is tracked by 5 USGS streamgauges in Virginia. This page compares each gauge’s live water level against its official National Weather Service flood stage, refreshed every 15 minutes, so you can tell whether the Back Creek is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. Right now, every gauge on the Back Creek is below flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Virginia river levels.
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back Creek near Sunrise, VA | No flooding | 1.18 ft | 7 ft | |
| Back Creek at Sunrise, VA | No flooding | 4.09 ft | 8 ft | |
| Back Creek near Mountain Grove, VA | No flooding | 2.77 ft | 8 ft | |
| Back Creek near Dundee, VA | No flooding | 2.73 ft | 10 ft | |
| Back Creek near Swoope, VA | No current data | — | — | — |
Provisional data: Real-time readings are provisional and subject to revision by the USGS — sensors can be affected by ice, debris, or equipment malfunction. Do not rely on this site for decisions involving personal safety; follow official guidance from the National Weather Service and local authorities.