Major Flood
23 ft
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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
21 ft
Minor Flood
19 ft
Action Stage
15 ft
What Floods at Each Level
32 ft
WATER LEVELS REACH THE HISTORIC ELECTION DAY FLOOD OF NOVEMBER 5, 1985.
27 ft
BETWEEN 5 AND 7 FEET OF WATER COVERS US ROUTE 50 ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BRIDGE. WATER REACHES THE LOWEST GIRDER OF THE US ROUTE 50 BRIDGE.
20.9 ft
WATER LEVELS REACH THE FLOOD LEVELS OF THE FLOOD OF FEBRUARY 19, 2000.
19.6 ft
WATER FLOWS ONTO US ROUTE 50 ON WEST SIDE OF RIVER. WATER LEVELS REACH THE FLOOD LEVELS OF THE FLOOD OF JANUARY 19, 1996.
19 ft
WATER FLOODS HOMES ON EAST SIDE OF RIVER UPSTREAM OF RTE 50 BRIDGE
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 1985 | 32 ft | — |
| Feb 19, 2000 | 20.9 ft | 66,400 cfs |
| Jan 18, 1996 | 19.6 ft | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Cheat River at Rowlesburg?
The Cheat River at Rowlesburg gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03069870) 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 Rowlesburg?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Cheat River at Rowlesburg is 19 feet. Action stage begins at 15 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 23 feet.
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Where is the Cheat River at Rowlesburg gauge located?
The gauge is located in Preston County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.3197°N, 79.6569°W. USGS site number: 03069870. 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.