River stage
Last reported 2026-10-13 | NWS WENN7
In brief
The Dan River at Wentworth, NC read 2.49 ft on Oct 13, 2026, 14.51 ft below action stage.
Source: National Weather Service gauge WENN7
| Rank | Crest | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31.60 ft | 1972-06-22 |
| 2 | 28.39 ft | 2020-02-07 |
| 3 | 28.12 ft | 1979-09-23 |
| 4 | 27.78 ft | 1945-09-18 |
| 5 | 27.62 ft | 2020-11-13 |
| 6 | 26.91 ft | 2003-03-21 |
| 7 | 26.90 ft | 1940-08-15 |
| 8 | 26.58 ft | 1987-03-02 |
Flood crests recorded at this gauge by the National Weather Service.
Low operational limit of gage
Minor flood stage. Flooding of lowlands and one or two roads.
Dan Valley Road and River Road in Madison are closed by floodwaters.
Portions of Dan Valley Road and and Water Street in Mayodan are affected by high water.
Significant flooding throughout Dan River valley.
Moderate flood stage. Water reaches base of deck at nearby home.
Water reaches top of the outside staff gage on USGS well house.
Major flood stage. Water begins to enter residence near the gage house.
Flood of record. Hurricane Agnes June 22, 1972.
High operational limit of gage
Written by the local National Weather Service forecast office for this exact gauge.
At this level: Low operational limit of gage
No. The Dan River at Wentworth is at 2.49 ft, 14.51 ft below action stage.
The National Weather Service sets action stage 17 ft, minor flooding 19 ft, moderate flooding 25 ft and major flooding 29 ft.
The highest crest on record is 31.6 ft, on 1972-06-22.
Stage and flood information from the NOAA National Weather Service (gauge WENN7); daily history from the U.S. Geological Survey (site 2071000). Last reading 2026-10-13. For flood safety decisions always follow official National Weather Service warnings.