Major Flood
20 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
19 ft
Minor Flood
17 ft
Action Stage
14 ft
What Floods at Each Level
20 ft
Major flooding along Hurricane Creek. Several roads, homes, and buildings near the creek are flooded.
19 ft
Homes, buildings, and side roads along Hurricane Creek are flooded.
17 ft
Low areas along Hurricane Creek Road and Peach Ridge Road 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 6, 2025 | 18.67 ft | 18 cfs |
| Nov 18, 2003 | 18.01 ft | 3,690 cfs |
| Feb 17, 2000 | 16.99 ft | 3,090 cfs |
About This Gauge
USGS Site
NWS LID
HURW2
River
Hurricane Creek
County
Putnam, WV
Coordinates
38.4453°N, 82.0069°W
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StormCast monitors this gauge and sends a push notification to your phone when the water level crosses into a new flood category — even at 3 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Hurricane Creek near Hurricane?
The Hurricane Creek near Hurricane gauge is maintained by USGS (site 03201405) 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 Hurricane Creek near Hurricane?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Hurricane Creek near Hurricane is 17 feet. Action stage begins at 14 feet. Moderate flooding starts at 19 feet, and major flooding at 20 feet.
How do I get alerts when Hurricane Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Hurricane Creek near Hurricane 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 Hurricane Creek near Hurricane gauge located?
The gauge is located in Putnam County, West Virginia at coordinates 38.4453°N, 82.0069°W. USGS site number: 03201405. 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