Major Flood
32 ft
Current Water Level
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FLOOD STAGES
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Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Moderate Flood
30 ft
Minor Flood
27 ft
Action Stage
24 ft
What Floods at Each Level
36 ft
Flood waters reach Main Street in Albright.
35 ft
Water reaches the I-beams under the Route 26 bridge in Albright
33.5 ft
Water reaches homes on Wall Street.
30 ft
St Joe Road floods south of gage.
29 ft
Water covers low spots in town along Bishop Ave and in Albright Memorial Park
28.3 ft
Water reaches low spot on Route 26 north of gage location.
27 ft
Water begins to enter the parking lot at the Albright Power station. River is bankfull just north of route 26 bridge in Albright
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2017 | 27.23 ft | 50,000 cfs |
| Mar 1, 2021 | 24.82 ft | 38,044 cfs |
| Jun 30, 2019 | 24.72 ft | 37,573 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cheat River at Albright?
The Cheat River at Albright gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03070260) 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 Cheat River at Albright?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cheat River at Albright is 27 feet. Action stage begins at 24 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 30 feet, and major flooding at 32 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cheat River rises?
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Where is the Cheat River at Albright gauge located?
The gauge is located in Preston County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.4947°N, 79.6447°W. USGS site number: 03070260. 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.