Is the Virgin River flooding?
The Virgin River is tracked by 5 USGS streamgauges in Nevada. 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 Virgin River is running normal, rising toward flood stage, or already flooding. 0 of 5 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 Nevada river levels.
River facts
The longest-running gauge on this river is Virgin River at Riverside, NV. The highest level ever recorded there was 14.82 ft on 10 February 1993, carrying 11,900 cfs. Peak records there go back to 1971 (7 annual peaks).
| Gauge | Status | Stage | Flood stage | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgin River at Mesquite, NV | No current data | — | — | — |
| Virgin River at Riverside, NV | No current data | — | — | — |
| Virgin River near Overton, NV | No current data | — | — | — |
| Virgin River above Lake Mead near Overton, NV | No current data | — | — | — |
| Virgin River below Conf of Muddy River near Overton, NV | No flood stage defined | 5.01 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.