Major Flood
19 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
15 ft
Minor Flood
10 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
State Route 80 begins to flood.
19 ft
Between 19 and 22 feet, homes are flooded along the river.
15 ft
Between 15 to 19 feet, some homes in lower areas are flooded along the river.
10 ft
Between 10 and 15 feet, homes along the river downstream of the gage will start 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 15, 2025 | 18.16 ft | 22,115 cfs |
| May 1, 2002 | 15.21 ft | 15,900 cfs |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 13.51 ft | 12,450 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
BRSW2
River
Dry Fork (Tug Fork)
County
Mcdowell, WV
Coordinates
37.3953°N, 81.8028°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Dry Fork (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw?
The Dry Fork (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03212980) 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 (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Dry Fork (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw is 10 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 15 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Dry Fork (Tug Fork) rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Dry Fork (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw 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 (Tug Fork) at Bradshaw gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mcdowell County, West Virginia at coordinates 37.3953°N, 81.8028°W. USGS site number: 03212980. 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.