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
18 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
12 ft
What Floods at Each Level
16 ft
BANKFULL ON RIGHT SIDE OF RIVER
14 ft
SECONDARY ROAD ON LEFT SIDE OF STREAM 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 4, 1985 | 20.74 ft | 100,000 cfs |
| Oct 14, 1954 | 15.23 ft | 47,000 cfs |
| Jan 18, 1996 | 14.17 ft | 41,000 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dry Fork River at Hendricks?
The Dry Fork River at Hendricks gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03065000) 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 Dry Fork River at Hendricks?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dry Fork River at Hendricks is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 12 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 18 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dry Fork River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dry Fork River at Hendricks 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 Dry Fork River at Hendricks gauge located?
The gauge is located in Tucker County, West Virginia at coordinates 39.0722°N, 79.6231°W. USGS site number: 03065000. 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.