Is the Big Otter River flooding?

Virginia · 2 gauges · Virginia river levels

The Big Otter River is tracked by 2 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 Big Otter River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 1 of 2 gauges have both a usable water-level reading and a published minor flood stage. Gauges without a published flood stage show water level and flow only. For nearby rivers, see all Virginia river levels.

data refreshed 3 min ago

Readings may be delayed; check each observation time below. This gauge summary does not rule out flooding on unmonitored stretches or nearby streets.

River facts

The longest-running gauge on this river is Big Otter River near Evington, VA. The highest level ever recorded there was 29.93 ft on 23 June 1995, carrying 45,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1937 (89 annual peaks). It is currently at 1.61 ft, 28.3 ft below that record.

Drains 315 sq mi · gauge elevation 541 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Big Otter River near Evington, VANo flooding1.61 ft19 ft
Big Otter River near Bedford, VANo 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.