Major Flood
26 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
Loading...
Streamflow
Loading...
Last Reading
Loading...
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
25 ft
Minor Flood
23 ft
Action Stage
21 ft
What Floods at Each Level
26 ft
Major flooding in Buckhannon and surrounding areas. Business/factory across from the Hall Rd bridge near the gage begins to flood.
25 ft
Several streets, homes, and businesses along the river flood.
24 ft
Portions of Cleveland Ave and Wood St flood. Sections of Rte 20 south and north of town begin to flood.
23 ft
Portions of River Rd, Vicksburg Rd, and the intersection of Madison St and Florida St floods. Portions of Norvell Dr flood due to backwater. Some homes and low lying areas in and around Buckhannon adjacent to small streams also flood due to backwater.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
Loading chart data...
Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 1985 | 30.2 ft | 16,680 cfs |
| Feb 8, 1994 | 28.32 ft | — |
| Jul 31, 1996 | 27.85 ft | — |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BKNW2
River
Buckhannon River
County
Upshur, WV
Coordinates
39.0054°N, 80.2092°W
Get Flood Alerts for Buckhannon River
StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Buckhannon River at Buckhannon?
The Buckhannon River at Buckhannon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03052450) 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 Buckhannon River at Buckhannon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Buckhannon River at Buckhannon is 23 feet. Action stage begins at 21 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 25 feet, and major flooding at 26 feet.
How do I get alerts when Buckhannon River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Buckhannon River at Buckhannon 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 Buckhannon River at Buckhannon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Upshur County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.0054°N, 80.2092°W. USGS site number: 03052450. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
More Gauges on Buckhannon River
On This River
More Resources
Source & Notes
Data provided by: US Geological Survey, Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey