Major Flood
18 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
12 ft
Action Stage
10 ft
What Floods at Each Level
15 ft
Spanishburg Elementary School and Rich Creek Baptist Church may be affected by flood waters.
14 ft
Water affects numerous portions of Route 19 south of Spanishburg
12 ft
Water begins to affect the lowest portions of Route 19 near Spanishburg.
11 ft
Lowland flooding begins in portions of Bluestone Valley.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2025 | 19.98 ft | — |
| Mar 12, 2010 | 17.5 ft | 6,000 cfs |
| Mar 5, 2015 | 17.1 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
SPNW2
River
Bluestone River
County
Mercer, WV
Coordinates
37.4335°N, 81.1100°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Bluestone River near Spanishburg?
The Bluestone River near Spanishburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03178000) 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 Bluestone River near Spanishburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Bluestone River near Spanishburg is 12 feet. Action stage begins at 10 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 18 feet.
How do I get alerts when Bluestone River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Bluestone River near Spanishburg to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Bluestone River near Spanishburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mercer County, West Virginia at coordinates 37.4335°N, 81.1100°W. USGS site number: 03178000. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey