Ohio River at Powhatan Point
Ohio — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Belmont 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: POWO1). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
41 ft
Moderate Flood
39 ft
Minor Flood
37 ft
Action Stage
29 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
53.3 ft
Flooding reaches levels equal to the Saint Patrick's Day Flood in 1936.
46 ft
Flooing reaches homes along Riverview Road.
44 ft
The athletic fields and swimming pool area are flooded along with the area between Clark Street and the Ohio River.
41 ft
Most of downtown Powhatan Point south of Captina Creek is flooded with the exception of a small portion of First Street.
40 ft
The bridge on Route 7 over Captina Creek is flooded.
39 ft
Flooding begins near the water treatment plant.
38 ft
Flooding begins on Water and Mellot Streets.
37 ft
Minor flooding begins near the intersection of Sarich and Seymour Streets, the intersection of Water and Second Streets, and on Mellott Street near the railroad tracks.
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 18, 1936 | 53.3 ft | — |
| Mar 18, 1936 | 53.3 ft | — |
| Sep 19, 2004 | 45.6 ft | 353,000 cfs |
| Sep 19, 2004 | 45.6 ft | 353,000 cfs |
| Jan 20, 1996 | 44.7 ft | 337,000 cfs |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
POWO1
River
Ohio River
County
Belmont, OH
Coordinates
39.8606°N, 80.7994°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Ohio River at Powhatan Point?
The Ohio River at Powhatan Point 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 Powhatan Point?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Ohio River at Powhatan Point is 37 feet. Action stage begins at 29 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 39 feet, and major flooding at 41 feet.
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Where is the Ohio River at Powhatan Point gauge located?
The gauge is located in Belmont County, Ohio at coordinates 39.8606°N, 80.7994°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
- The above river forecast includes future rainfall/snowmelt. Forecast stages may be different if the actual rainfall/snowmelt is different than the forecast rainfall/snowmelt.
- Stage may be affected by ice.