Major Flood
27 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
21 ft
Minor Flood
18 ft
Action Stage
16 ft
What Floods at Each Level
27 ft
House 100 feet upstream from river gage begins to flood. Numerous homes and camps along Route 4 are flooded.
21 ft
Homes and camps along Route 4 are flooded.
18 ft
Camp 500 feet downstream of gage begins 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 1996 | 20.39 ft | 30,300 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2016 | 17.62 ft | 24,737 cfs |
| Feb 28, 1997 | 16.65 ft | 22,800 cfs |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Elk River near Frametown?
The Elk River near Frametown gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03196600) 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 Elk River near Frametown?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Elk River near Frametown is 18 feet. Action stage begins at 16 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 21 feet, and major flooding at 27 feet.
How do I get alerts when Elk River rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Elk River near Frametown 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 Elk River near Frametown gauge located?
The gauge is located in Braxton County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.5922°N, 80.8847°W. USGS site number: 03196600. 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