Is the Chickahominy River flooding?

Virginia · 2 gauges · Virginia river levels

The Chickahominy 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 Chickahominy 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 Chickahominy River near Providence Forge, VA. The highest level ever recorded there was 12.58 ft on 1 September 2004, carrying 18,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1942 (84 annual peaks). It is currently at 2.43 ft, 10.2 ft below that record.

Drains 251 sq mi · gauge elevation 5 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Chickahominy River near Providence Forge, VANo flooding2.43 ft9 ft
Chickahominy River at Chamberlayne Rd near Atlee, VANo flood stage defined1.78 ft
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.