Cheat River at Job
West Virginia — Water Level & Flood Stage
Located in Randolph County, West Virginia on the Cheat River. Live water level data from USGS, updated every 15 minutes.
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: JBOW2). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
Flood Stages
Major Flood
20 ft
Moderate Flood
15 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
11 ft
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Most of town of Job floods.
15 ft
Home located 100 yards downstream from the gauge, on the left bank, floods.
14 ft
County Route 29 in and around Job floods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2003 | 8.19 ft | — |
| Sep 19, 2003 | 8.19 ft | — |
| Jun 19, 1998 | 7.61 ft | — |
| Jun 19, 1998 | 7.61 ft | — |
| May 5, 1998 | 5.6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
JBOW2
River
Cheat River
County
Randolph, WV
Coordinates
38.8722°N, 79.5573°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cheat River at Job?
The Cheat River at Job 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 Cheat River at Job?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cheat River at Job is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 11 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Cheat River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Cheat River at Job to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category — even when your screen is off.
Where is the Cheat River at Job gauge located?
The gauge is located in Randolph County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.8722°N, 79.5573°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.