Major Flood
20 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
16 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
7 ft
What Floods at Each Level
23 ft
Floodwaters approach homes near Rock Ford Road.
20 ft
Floodwaters approach homes near Largent, as well as near Fisher Bridge Road and Running Waters Way. Widespread flooding is occurring throughout the basin.
17 ft
Route 9 is flooded in multiple locations, near the southern bridge over the Cacapon in Morgan County, and near Claybaugh Rocks.
16 ft
Route 9 begins to flood near the southern bridge over the Cacapon River in Morgan County.
15 ft
Floodwaters reach Trailer Park Road near Largent.
12 ft
Running Waters Way begins to flood.
11 ft
Kilgore Road is flooded in multiple spots.
9 ft
Rock Ford Road begins to flood in multiple locations, including flowing completely over the low water bridge. Constant Run Road and a small portion of Kilgore Road also begin to flood.
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 17, 1936 | 30.1 ft | 87,600 cfs |
| Apr 30, 1889 | 24.7 ft | 575,007 cfs |
| Aug 18, 1955 | 24.3 ft | 55,500 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cacapon River near Great Cacapon?
The Cacapon River near Great Cacapon gauge is maintained by USGS (site 01611500) 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 Cacapon River near Great Cacapon?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cacapon River near Great Cacapon is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 7 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cacapon River rises?
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Where is the Cacapon River near Great Cacapon gauge located?
The gauge is located in Morgan County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.5822°N, 78.3100°W. USGS site number: 01611500. 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
- Stage may be affected by ice.