RIVER GAUGE · ELK RIVER
Elk River at Guardian
Webster County, West Virginia
Water level2.61 ft
Flow—
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Action9 ft
Minor flood11 ft
Moderate flood14 ft
Major flood18 ft
The past week
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What floods at each level
- 18 ft
Low side of bridge downstream of gage begins to flood. Numerous points along Route 15 upstream and downstream are flooded. Backwater from creek feeding the Holly River may start to flood Bear Run Road Route 5 over 1.
- 14 ft
Old house near bridge begins to flood. Low spots along Route 15 upstream and downstream from gage begin to flood.
- 11 ft
Bankfull. Gravel access road running parallel to Route 15 on the other side of the river begins to flood.
Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 1979 | 14.5 ft | 6,400 cfs |
| Jun 23, 2016 | 13.35 ft | -9,999 cfs |
| May 28, 2004 | 11.53 ft | — |
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