Major Flood
15 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
13 ft
Minor Flood
9 ft
Action Stage
8 ft
What Floods at Each Level
9 ft
CHRISTIE ROAD (WV 219-8) CLOSED BY FLOOD WATERS UPSTREAM FROM GAGE.
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 | 12.88 ft | 5,839 cfs |
| May 28, 2020 | 11.25 ft | — |
| Feb 6, 2020 | 10.3 ft | 3,310 cfs |
About This Gauge
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of East River at Willowton?
The East River at Willowton gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03177120) 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 East River at Willowton?
The NWS-defined flood stage for East River at Willowton is 9 feet. Action stage begins at 8 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 13 feet, and major flooding at 15 feet.
How do I get alerts when East River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add East River at Willowton 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 East River at Willowton gauge located?
The gauge is located in Mercer County, West Virginia at coordinates 37.3486°N, 80.8861°W. USGS site number: 03177120. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of U.S. Geological Survey