Ohio River at Pomeroy
Ohio — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Meigs County, Ohio on the Ohio River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: POMO1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
50 ft
Moderate Flood
48 ft
Minor Flood
46 ft
Action Stage
42 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
58 ft
Pomeroy Courthouse begins to flood. Court and Lynn Streets and 2nd Avenue are flooded. Most of Pomeroy is flooded.
50 ft
Pomeroy businesses along main are street flooded. Park and boat ramp in Mason are flooded.
48 ft
Businesses along river in Pomeroy start to flood. Main street is flooded. Homes near the Pomeroy-Mason bridge on the West Virginia side start to flood.
46 ft
Pomeroy parking lots and the river ampitheater are flooded along river. Main street starts to flood. Some secondary roads are flooded due to backwater.
42 ft
Action stage. Low spot in the parking lot is flooded near the boat ramp.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 1913 | 68.8 ft | — |
| Mar 31, 1913 | 68.8 ft | — |
| Jan 25, 1937 | 67.8 ft | — |
| Jan 25, 1937 | 67.8 ft | — |
| Feb 10, 1884 | 64.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
POMO1
River
Ohio River
County
Meigs, OH
Coordinates
39.0272°N, 82.0319°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Pomeroy?
The Ohio River at Pomeroy gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Ohio River at Pomeroy?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Pomeroy is 46 feet. Action stage begins at 42 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 48 feet, and major flooding at 50 feet.
How do I get alerts when Ohio River rises?
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Where is the Ohio River at Pomeroy gauge located?
The gauge is located in Meigs County, Ohio at coordinates 39.0272°N, 82.0319°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- Gauge reading only in high-water situations.