County: Sussex
ZIP Codes: 23882



Stony Creek, despite its inland location in Virginia, is not immune from the impacts of hurricanes and tropical systems. Its approximate distance of 70 miles from the coast has spared it from the high winds typically associated with landfalling hurricanes, but it has put it reasonably close enough to be threatened by heavy rain, flash flooding, and river flooding. The town's elevation varies between 80 to 190 feet, making it somewhat vulnerable to flooding, particularly if a slow-moving tropical system parks over or near the area, dumping heavy rain for several hours or even days. Flood risk history, especially flash flood events, must also be considered, as they could worsen with increasing rainfall. The Nottoway River, which is around three miles to the west of Stony Creek, can also pose a flood risk to the town. Historically, Hurricane Floyd in 1999 brought significant rainfall to Stony Creek leading to both river and flash flooding. More recently, in 2020, Hurricane Isaias brought heavy rain and some flooding to the area, despite its main landfall in North Carolina. The remnants of Tropical Storm Michael also caused flooding and power outages in 2018. Therefore, while Stony Creek may be spared the wind damage typical of coastal towns during a hurricane, its residents should still prepare for the danger of flooding in the event of a hurricane warning. The town's emergency management must monitor the regional forecast center updates, relay information to its residents for timely evacuation if necessary, and ensure the infrastructure is prepared to handle heavy precipitation.






This page shows the hurricane evacuation zone for Stony Creek, Virginia, based on official state and local data. Your evacuation zone indicates your area’s risk from storm surge and flooding during a hurricane or tropical storm. When officials issue evacuation orders, they often do so by zone (e.g., Zone A, Zone B), so knowing your zone helps you understand when and whether you may need to evacuate. Always confirm with the official state or county evacuation zone map linked above, as boundaries can be updated.
To see evacuation zones for other cities and towns in your state, visit our hurricane evacuation zones in VA page and choose a different town. For a full list of states we cover, see hurricane evacuation zones by state. You can also use our hurricane evacuation zone by ZIP code lookup to quickly find your zone by ZIP code.
Storm surge—water driven ashore by a hurricane—is one of the greatest threats to life and property in coastal and low-lying areas. Evacuation zones are drawn using elevation, historical surge data, and flood models so that the most vulnerable areas are identified in advance. If you are in a higher-risk zone, having an evacuation plan and a go-kit ready can save critical time when an order is issued. This hurricane evacuation zone lookup gives you a clear starting point so you can plan ahead and stay informed.
Hurricane preparedness goes beyond knowing your zone. It includes having an evacuation route, a family communication plan, emergency supplies (water, food, medications, important documents), and a plan for pets. The hurricane supplies list on this page is a good basis for a go-kit. We also recommend signing up for local emergency alerts and following your state and county emergency management offices for the latest evacuation zone information and orders.
The primary evacuation zone shown at the top of this page is derived from the same type of data that state and local emergency managers use. The map on this site helps you see where Stony Creek, Virginia sits in relation to zone boundaries. For the most authoritative and up-to-date boundaries, use the official “know your zone” or evacuation zone map link provided above; we link to it so you can verify your zone before and during hurricane season.
If you need to look up another address or town, return to our state evacuation zone page for VA to choose a different city or town, or go to our main hurricane evacuation zones by state page to switch states. Our ZIP code evacuation zone lookup is another way to quickly find hurricane evacuation zone information by ZIP code across the regions we support.
When a hurricane or tropical storm threatens, follow the guidance of your local emergency management office and the National Weather Service. Evacuation orders are issued based on the specific storm track and intensity, so your zone is a guide—not a substitute for official instructions. By using this site to find your evacuation zone and prepare in advance, you give yourself and your family a better chance of staying safe when the next storm approaches.