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
16 ft
Minor Flood
14 ft
Action Stage
9 ft
What Floods at Each Level
30 ft
Railroad tracks on left bank flooded.
26.5 ft
Bridge floor at gage is flooded.
19 ft
Significant flooding in town of Alderson.
17 ft
Flooding of roads in Alderson and some buildings affected.
15 ft
Farm land along river bank near gage is flooded.
13.5 ft
Additional low spots dowmstream from Alderson along Route 12/3 are flooded.
12 ft
Flooding begins along portions of Route 3 downstream from Alderson near Eagle Branch.
11.5 ft
Water impacts campers and campsites along Crook Lane in Pence Springs.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 1996 | 24.33 ft | 94,000 cfs |
| Nov 4, 1985 | 23.95 ft | 90,600 cfs |
| Jun 24, 2016 | 22 ft | 80,700 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
ALDW2
River
Greenbrier River
County
Summers, WV
Coordinates
37.7242°N, 80.6417°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Greenbrier River at Alderson?
The Greenbrier River at Alderson gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03183500) 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 Greenbrier River at Alderson?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Greenbrier River at Alderson is 14 feet. Action stage begins at 9 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 16 feet, and major flooding at 19 feet.
How do I get alerts when Greenbrier River rises?
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Where is the Greenbrier River at Alderson gauge located?
The gauge is located in Summers County, West Virginia at coordinates 37.7242°N, 80.6417°W. USGS site number: 03183500. 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
- River forecasts for this location take into account past precipitation and the precipitation amounts expected approximately 48 hours into the future from the forecast issuance time.