Is the Dan River flooding?

Virginia · 4 gauges · Virginia river levels

The Dan River is tracked by 4 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 Dan River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 3 of 4 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 2 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 Dan River at South Boston, VA. The highest level ever recorded there was 33.21 ft on 8 September 1996. Peak records there go back to 1901 (91 annual peaks). It is currently at 4.55 ft, 28.7 ft below that record.

Drains 2,762 sq mi · gauge elevation 298 ft · source: USGS peak-flow record

GaugeStatusStageFlood stageUpdated
Dan River at Stp near Danville, VANo flooding4.23 ft21 ft
Dan River at Paces, VANo flooding1.99 ft22 ft
Dan River at South Boston, VANo flooding4.55 ft22 ft
Dan River at Danville, 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.