River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS SWPV2
In brief
The James River at Sewell's Point, VA read 2.49 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 1.51 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge SWPV2
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8.02 ft | 1933-08-23 |
| 2 | 7.89 ft | 2003-09-18 |
| 3 | 7.74 ft | 2009-11-12 |
| 4 | 7.55 ft | 2011-08-27 |
| 5 | 7.22 ft | 1962-03-07 |
| 6 | 6.81 ft | 2012-10-29 |
| 7 | 6.77 ft | 2006-11-22 |
| 8 | 6.72 ft | 1936-09-18 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Shallow flooding is expected in the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline resulting in a low threat of property damage. Expect up to one foot of water above ground level in low lying, vulnerable areas. Some roads and low lying property including parking lots, parks and lawns near the waterfront will experience shallow flooding.
Widespread flooding of vulnerable areas will result in an elevated threat of property damage to homes and businesses near the waterfront and shoreline. Water will be 1 to 2 feet above ground level in some areas resulting in a sufficient depth to close numerous roads and threaten homes and businesses. Flooding will extend inland from the waterfront along tidal rivers and bays resulting in some road closures and flooding of vehicles.
Severe flooding will cause extensive inundation and flooding of numerous roads and buildings resulting in a significant threat to property and life. Water will be 2 to 3 feet or more above ground level in some areas. Severe flooding will extend inland from the waterfront and shoreline flooding homes, businesses and isolating some neighborhoods. Numerous roads will be impassable under several feet of water and cars submerged. Some areas will need to be evacuated.
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
No. The James River at Sewell's Point is at 2.49 ft, 1.51 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 4 ft, minor flooding 4.5 ft, moderate flooding 5.5 ft and major flooding 6.5 ft.
The highest crest on record is 8.02 ft, on 1933-08-23.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge SWPV2). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.