River stage
Bristol, Beaver Creek
- River level
- 3.32 ft
- Status
- Below flood stage
- Action stage
- 10.00 ft
- Flood stage
- 12.00 ft
- Record crest
- 8.80 ft
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS BCBV2
- Record crest
- 8.80 ft
- Flood stage
- 12.00 ft
- Crest date
- 1998-04-17
In brief
The Beaver Creek at Bristol, VA read 3.32 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 6.68 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge BCBV2
Stage threshold profile
Highest crests on record
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8.80 ft | 1998-04-17 |
| 2 | 8.61 ft | 2020-04-13 |
| 3 | 7.70 ft | 2009-08-19 |
| 4 | 7.61 ft | 2001-07-29 |
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | 7.59 ft | 2021-03-28 |
| 6 | 7.45 ft | 2002-03-18 |
| 7 | 7.41 ft | 2020-02-07 |
| 8 | 7.30 ft | 2015-07-20 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Beaver Creek flooding at Bristol?
No. The Beaver Creek at Bristol is at 3.32 ft, 6.68 ft below action stage.
What is the flood stage at Bristol?
The National Weather Service sets action stage 10 ft and minor flooding 12 ft.
What is the highest the Beaver Creek has been at Bristol?
The highest crest on record is 8.8 ft, on 1998-04-17.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge BCBV2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.